Pumpkin Old Fashioned - delcious fall co*cktail recipe (2024)

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Cheers to fall! This Pumpkin Old Fashioned is a seasonal take on the classic libation. Made with real pumpkin, maple syrup, and bourbon, it has all the flavors you love and expect in a fall-inspired co*cktail.

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1 Pumpkin Old Fashioned:

2 How Do You Make a Pumpkin Old Fashioned?

3 A Few Notes About Making a Pumpkin Old Fashioned:

4 Pumpkin Old Fashioned Recipe:

5 Pumpkin Old Fashioned

Pumpkin Old Fashioned:

This past week I brainstormed a few drink ideas to take advantage of the flavors of fall. Autumn seems to come and go so quickly, so I’m starting now to create as many of these seasonal co*cktails as possible. I’m kicking things off today with the Pumpkin Old Fashioned that debuted in my post on fall table decorations. In case you missed that post, click here.

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Two or three years ago I decided to learn how to appreciate and even like bourbon. Why? Well, have you ever seen a movie or TV show where the actor pours a shot of bourbon from a beautiful decanter into his/her rocks glass and takes a sip? I’m not sure why, but I’ve always thought that was so cool. That’s the reason (albeit a silly one) I wanted to like bourbon.

While I’m not at the point of drinking it straight up, I have developed an appreciation for bourbon. It all started when I created this Cranberry Bourbon co*cktail. During the holidays it’s still a go-to in my home.

I’ve also come to like Old Fashioneds. I even shared this Cranberry Old Fashioned recipe last year. It’s a delicious co*cktail for the holidays!

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How Do You Make a Pumpkin Old Fashioned?

The first requirement is a good bourbon. There are lots out there. After sampling a few, I found I prefer Four Roses Single Barrel. It’s a bit pricey at $40 a bottle, but I enjoy the taste. I also don’t drink it very often, so it lasts a long time.

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The remaining ingredients in a classic old fashioned are sugar (either a sugar cube or simple syrup), bitters, sometimes water, and an orange peel and cherry to garnish.

For this Pumpkin Old Fashioned, however, there are a couple of substitutions and an addition:

The process of making a Pumpkin Old Fashioned is pretty simple. In a co*cktail shaker filled with ice, combine the bourbon, maple syrup, pumpkin purée, and bitters. Shake vigorously.

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Add ice to a rocks glass; then strain in the co*cktail mixture.

Then squeeze an orange peel over the co*cktail to release the oils, Also rub the orange peel around the rim of the glass.

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You can garnish this old fashioned any way you choose. I like to throw in the orange peel and add a homemade bourbon cherry and a cinnamon stick.

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A Few Notes About Making a Pumpkin Old Fashioned:

I recently made homemade bourbon-infused cherries. That’s what I used in my co*cktail. You can find the recipe here. If you prefer not to make homemade cherries, these Luxardo Maraschino Cherries are amazing. I love them. They come with a hefty price tag, but they are worth it.

Also, if you’d like, you can use classic Angostura bitters. I think the black walnut bitters work well in this recipe because of their nutty flavor, but use what you have. (Because I’m weird about drink ingredients, I now have more bitter flavors then I will ever need.)

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In my opinion, Finding Home Farms has the best maple syrup. Pure/real maple syrup is a must in this co*cktail. Do not use maple-flavored syrup, such as Aunt Jemima or Mrs. Buttersworth’s.

You can find the gold co*cktail picks I used here and the gold co*cktail shaker here. The glasses are vintage.

Now that we’ve taken care of these things, it’s time to sip your Pumpkin Old Fashioned. Although my description is detailed, this co*cktail is simple to put together.

Want more fall co*cktail recipes? You’ll love these too:

  • Apple Cider Sidecar
  • Cranberry Old Fashioned
  • The BEST Mulled Wine
  • Caramel Apple Martini
  • Cranberry Bourbon co*cktail
  • Autumn Harvest Fall Sangria

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I think you’ll agree that this Pumpkin Old Fashioned is both beautiful and delicious! In case you haven’t yet become a fan of bourbon, just add a little more maple syrup or a splash of water.

Cheers, friends!

Pumpkin Old Fashioned Recipe:

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Pumpkin Old Fashioned

This Pumpkin Old Fashioned is a seasonal take on the classic libation. Made with real pumpkin, maple syrup, and bourbon, it has all the flavors you love and expect in a fall-inspired co*cktail.

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: baked pumpkin oatmeal, co*cktail, fall co*cktail, old fashioned, pumpkin spice

Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes

Total Time: 5 minutes minutes

Servings: 1 co*cktail

Calories: 225kcal

Ingredients

  • 2.5 ounces bourbon (I prefer Four Roses Single Barrel)
  • 2/3 ounce pure maple syrup* (I prefer Finding Home Farms)
  • 1 tablespoon pumpkin purée
  • 1-2 dashes black walnut bitters**
  • Orange peel, cinnamon stick, and a bourbon cherry for garnish

Instructions

  • In a co*cktail shaker with ice, combine the bourbon, maple syrup, pumpkin purée, and bitters. Shake vigorously.

  • Add ice to a rocks glass, then strain in the co*cktail mixture.

  • Squeeze the orange peel over the top of the co*cktail to release the oils; then rub the orange peel around the rim of the glass.

  • Garnish with orange peel, cinnamon stick, and a bourbon cherry***.

Notes

*Use real maple syrup. Adjust the amount to suit your preferred level of sweetness.

**Standard Angostura bitters work well here, too.

***My recipe for homemade Bourbon Cherries can be found HERE.

Nutrition

Calories: 225kcal | Carbohydrates: 14g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 75mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 12g | Vitamin A: 2334IU | Vitamin C: 1mg | Calcium: 25mg | Iron: 1mg

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FAQs

What alcohol is good with pumpkin spice? ›

Pumpkin Pie Martini

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What goes well with pumpkin? ›

To complement pumpkin with sweet flavor pairings, consider using spices like nutmeg, cinnamon, allspice and vanilla, or sweet ingredients like chocolate, maple, honey, cranberries or brown sugar. Create savory dishes by pairing pumpkin with spices like chilies, cajun, cayenne or pepper.

What is pumpkin spice liqueur made of? ›

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What is the name of the pumpkin co*cktail? ›

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Is pumpkin spice a fall drink? ›

Pumpkin spice lattes are typically associated with the fall season, but their availability may vary depending on the coffee shop or brand. Some places may offer pumpkin spice lattes year-round, while others specifically release them during the autumn months.

What's in a Marilyn Monroe co*cktail? ›

Marilyn Monroe
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What is the golden god co*cktail? ›

California- Aaron Polsky's Golden God is a sparkling and easy-drinking blend of Rye Whiskey and Brandy with Apricot, Green Tea, and Elderflower. This refreshing outdoor crusher by one of LA's best-known bartenders is a perfect pairing for a picnic, pool party, or late night jam sesh.

What brings out the flavor of pumpkin? ›

Pumpkin lovers, brace yourselves. Raw pumpkin is mostly water — up to 90%! — so it really doesn't have much flavor. In fact, the flavor that we usually think of as “pumpkin” is actually pumpkin pie spice, a blend of ginger, cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves.

What brings out pumpkin flavour? ›

Pumpkin is notorious for pairing well with warm winter spices – as found in a variety of Moroccan-inspired cuisines. Try incorporating cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, ginger, cumin and chilli with your pumpkin dishes for flavour-packed feasts.

What can I add to pumpkin to make it taste better? ›

Instead of using premixed pumpkin pie spice (which has probably been sitting around for months on a grocery store shelf), make your own by combining cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves, and allspice.

Is there a pumpkin alcohol? ›

Hiram Walker Pumpkin Spice Liqueur is usually available, and it has a lot of pumpkin pie flavor for just $10.

Is there a pumpkin spice Baileys? ›

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What's the difference between pumpkin and pumpkin spice? ›

Well, you may be surprised that there is no pumpkin in the pumpkin spice flavor. According to Food and Wine, pumpkin spice is the seasoning that can flavor pumpkin pie. This seasoning blend usually consists of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, allspice, and cloves. This spice blend has been around for a very long time.

What does pumpkin spice taste good with? ›

Sweet Treats to Enjoy with Your PSL

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Pour Cinnamon Whiskey into a shot glass, then top with RumChata Pumpkin Spice and enjoy! Or, use a split shot glass.

Does pumpkin go with wine? ›

When preparing a creamy pumpkin dish, such as a pumpkin soup or pumpkin risotto, think “dry” or “creamy” on the palate when it comes to wine. Here's the place for your Chardonnay, Chenin Blanc, a dry Prosecco or an Albariño. Yes, there is such a thing as pumpkin ravioli or pumpkin lasagna!

What wine goes with pumpkin spice cake? ›

Pumpkin Spice Wine Pairing Tips

Pair the warm flavors of pumpkin spice with wines like our Reserve Petite Sirah, Jewel Zinfandel, Cielo Viola, Jewel Petite Sirah, or the light creaminess with Chardonnay and Sparkling Wine! Really, just enjoy what makes you smile.

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