Pumpkin Smash | Pumpkin Whiskey Cocktail

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I am so excited to share today’s recipe. This pumpkin smash is a pumpkin whiskey cocktail made with the best homemade pumpkin spice syrup, whiskey, and Sprite, and topped with a cinnamon sugar rim. Our pumpkin syrup is a simple syrup to make, and can be used for cocktails, coffee, and more! This is a super fun pumpkin cocktail that you are sure to enjoy this pumpkin season. Let’s talk about how to make it.

Pumpkin Whiskey Smash Cocktail Ingredients

• ½ tbsp. Cinnamon
• ½ tbsp. Brown sugar
• 2 tbsp corn syrup
• 1 oz. pumpkin syrup (see recipe)
• 2 oz. whiskey or bourbon (for a bourbon cocktail or bourbon smash)
• 1 oz. Sprite
• Ice cubes

You can check out the pumpkin syrup recipe below-

Pumpkin Syrup Ingredients

• 8 oz. pumpkin puree
• 1 cup water
• ¾ cup sugar
• ¼ tsp. Pumpkin pie spice

Pumpkin Syrup Directions

1. In a medium sauce pan, combine pumpkin puree, water, sugar, and pumpkin pie spice.
2. Heat over medium heat until warm and steamy, and sugar is dissolved.
3. Store any leftover in the refrigerator for 2-3 days.

Like we mentioned you can use this syrup for cocktails, coffee, over vanilla ice cream, and more!

Equipment Needed

We kept this recipe really simple, and even omitted breaking out the cocktail shaker. You absolutely can, though if you want to. Really all you need is your cocktail glass- we used a stemless wine glass, and a rocks glass would work great, too. Then, a spoon, or if you feel fancy, a cocktail spoon is really all you need.

Pumpkin Whiskey Cocktail Directions

Step 1: To rim your glass, pour corn syrup onto a shallow saucer. On a separate saucer, pour brown sugar and cinnamon. Stir just a bit.

Step 2: Dip the rim of the glass into the corn syrup, followed by the brown sugar and cinnamon.

Step 3: Fill the glass with ice, then add whiskey, followed by pumpkin syrup, and Sprite. Enjoy!

Note: We kept things simple with this recipe, but if you prefer you can add the whiskey and pumpkin syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice to combine and chill, then pour over ice and add Sprite last. You won’t want to shake the Sprite in the cocktail shaker since it is carbonated.

Why we love this recipe-

• It is such an easy recipe, packed with fall flavor. It is perfect for that time of year.
• We love that this pumpkin spice cocktail is served over ice because sometimes it stays pretty warm here for the first part of Fall.
• This drink really reminds us of a pumpkin spice old fashioned, an old-fashioned with a fun fall twist but we like the bit of carbonation that the Sprite adds, and it also helps to mellow out the pumpkin syrup just a bit in this whisky cocktail. It is perfect for any pumpkin lover.

Recipe FAQs

Can I make this with real pumpkin?

Yes! If you want to use real pumpkin puree over canned, you can absolutely use that in your pumpkin syrup. I bet it would be delicious!

Can I use store bought pumpkin syrup?

You can definitely try! Let us know how it goes if you do! I’m not sure how it would turn out, because all pumpkin syrups are different.

If you have any other questions, leave them for us in the comments below. You can also get a printable version of this recipe from our recipe card below, too!

Try this pumpkin whiskey smash today!

It is such a delicious drink for our favorite time of the year when the cooler weather sets in. Pick your favorite bourbon or whiskey and enjoy all of the flavors of Fall in this festive cocktail.

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S’mores Cocktail

Pumpkin Mimosas

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