Description
This Easy Pumpkin Mocktail is a refreshing, non-alcoholic beverage combining smooth pumpkin puree with pear juice, maple syrup, and a splash of apple cider vinegar. Perfectly balanced with warm autumn spices and fruity notes, it’s ideal for seasonal gatherings or a cozy night in.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients
- ½ cup pear juice or pear nectar
- ¼ cup pumpkin puree
- ¾ ounce maple syrup
- ¼ – ½ ounce apple cider vinegar
- Ice, for shaking and serving
Optional Garnish
- 1 sprig fresh rosemary
- 1 cinnamon stick
Instructions
- Prepare the Cocktail Shaker: Begin by filling a cocktail shaker halfway with ice to ensure that your ingredients chill properly during shaking.
- Add Ingredients: Pour in the pear juice, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and apple cider vinegar into the shaker.
- Shake: Secure the lid and shake the cocktail vigorously for about 8 seconds or until the outside of the shaker feels cold to the touch, indicating the drink is well chilled and mixed.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into a rock glass filled with fresh ice to keep the drink cool and refreshing.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Add the optional rosemary sprig and cinnamon stick to garnish and serve immediately for the best flavor and presentation.
Notes
- You can prepare this mocktail up to two to three days in advance. Refrigerate the mixture without ice, and shake well before serving to re-incorporate any separated ingredients.
- Do not add ice until ready to serve to prevent dilution and maintain flavor.
- To make a larger batch as a pumpkin punch for four servings, combine 1 cup pumpkin puree, 2 cups pear juice, 3 ounces maple syrup, 1 ounce apple cider vinegar, and ½ teaspoon each of cinnamon, ginger, and nutmeg in a pitcher over ice. Stir well and serve over fresh ice.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 glass (about 8 oz)
- Calories: ninety five
- Sugar: 18 g
- Sodium: 15 mg
- Fat: 0.5 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0.5 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 24 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 1 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
