So, first things first: What is Pumpkin Spice? Also known as Pumpkin Pie Spice. It is a blend of spices, typically used in most pumpkin pies. Most pumpkin spice blends contain cloves, nutmeg, cinnamon & ginger. Want to “spice” things up? Add some cardamom and star anise to your blend. But Pumpkin Spice is also a liqueur, which goes very well in cocktails. We’ve compiled a list of 6 amazingly delicious Pumpkin Spice cocktails.
How to make your own Pumpkin Spice blend?
Add a teaspoon of ground spices (nutmeg, cinnamon, ginger, cloves) in a small container or jar. Screw on the lid and shake to mix well. You can add your blend straight to your pumpkin spice cocktails as an ingredient or garnish your pumpkin spice cocktails with it.
Pumpkin spice syrup
Another way to add delicious pumpkin spice flavors & sweetness to your cocktails is by adding pumpkin spice syrup. Making the syrup is simple. This recipe makes about 300ml of Pumpkin spice syrup.
Add 100ml of water and 100grams of table sugar to a saucepan. Dissolve the sugar over medium heat. Add two tablespoons of pureed pumpkins and one tablespoon of your homemade pumpkin spice blend. Bring to a gentle simmer. Do not let the syrup come to a boil. Your done when your pumpkin spice syrup is silky and smooth. Your pumpkin spice syrup is good to use for 3-4 days in the fridge. Want a less creamy syrup? Leave out the pumpkin puree.
Pumpkin Spice cocktails
Pumpkin spice goes well in drinks. Especially coffee and cocktails. There’s a reason Starbuck’s has seen major success with their Pumpkin Spice Latte.
Cocktail #1: Pumpkin Spice Martini
The Pumpkin Spice Martini cocktail is the flagship cocktail when it comes to Pumpkin Spice. A creamy after-dinner cocktail that will make you want more after just one sip.
• 60ml Bols Pumpkin Spice
• 30ml Spiced Rum
• 15ml Half & Half cream
Shake all ingredients with ice. Fine strain in a pre-chilled martini glass. Garnish with pumpkin spice blend on top.
Cocktail #2: Chocolate Pumpkin
Pumpkin and chocolate are a combination to die for. Sweet, creamy, and orange of color! The Chocolate Pumpkin cocktail fits the description. What more do you want?
• 30ml Bols Pumpkin Spice
• 30ml Bols Cacao White
• 30ml Cream
Shake all ingredients with ice. Fine strain in a pre-chilled martini glass. Garnish with pumpkin spice blend on top.
Cocktail #3: Pumpkin White Russian
The Big Lebowski? How about the Big Pumpkin? A White Russian is already a great cocktail as is. But with Pumpkin Spice syrup it’s even better.
• 30ml Bols Vodka
• 15ml Bols Coffee
• 30ml Half & Half cream
• 10ml Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Pour Bols Vodka and Bols Coffee in a rocks glass over cubed ice. Layer cream on top of the other ingredients. Garnish with a glass rim of your homemade pumpkin spice blend.
Cocktail #4: Pumpkin Spice Old Fashioned
The Old Fashioned is a classic cocktail. One that forever will remain amongst the most loved cocktails. The Old Fashioned knows a lot of twists. This twist with pumpkin spice is what you’ve been waiting for your whole life.
• 45ml Bourbon
• 15ml Bols Pumpkin Spice
• 2 bar spoons of homemade pumpkin spice syrup
• 2 dashes of chocolate bitters
Stir in a mixing glass until optimal dilution is achieved. Strain out in a rocks glass over cubed ice. Garnish with an orange zest.
Cocktail #5: Buck of Stars
Starbuck’s made it famous. We will make it boozy. The Pumpkin Spiced Latte with rum is everything you need in these cold days.
• 10ml homemade Pumpkin Spice syrup
• 30ml freshly brewed espresso
• 60ml milk (almond milk is a great substitute)
Warm up the milk and pumpkin spice syrup in a saucepan. Pour in a highball glass or coffee mug. Pour in the espresso. Garnish with whipped cream and your pumpkin spice blend on top.
This pumpkin spice cocktail is also delicious when consumed cold. Just shake all ingredients with ice and strain out in a highball glass over cubed ice.
Cocktail #6: Pumpkin Pie
The Pumpkin Pie Cheesecake is a great tasting dessert. We’ve got an even better liquid version of this delicious dessert. And this is how you make it:
• 50m Bols Natural Yoghurt
• 15ml Bols Pumpkin Spice
• 10ml fresh lemon juice
Shake with ice. Strain out in a rocks glass over cubed ice. Garnish with your homemade pumpkin spice blend.
And there you have 6 amazingly delicious Pumpkin Spice cocktails, to help you get through the cold days. For more delicious cocktail recipes, visit our Bols Cocktail Gallery.
