Spicing up your pumpkin<\/strong><\/h2>\nPumpkin spice isn\u2019t just about pumpkins. It\u2019s a delicious blend of cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, cloves and vanilla. Together, these spices evoke a warm and comforting feeling, making them perfect for autumn. Although pumpkin spice has been widely associated with hot lattes, it\u2019s a versatile ingredient that can be used in various other delicious drinks \u2014 cold or hot.<\/p>\n
Before we get into the exciting drinks, you want to create your pumpkin spice syrup. This syrup will serve as the base for all the creative drinks we\u2019re about to explore.<\/p>\n
How to make a Pumpkin Spice Syrup<\/strong><\/h2>\nPumpkin Spice Syrup Recipe<\/h3>\n
Ingredients (makes 8 servings \/ 300ml)<\/p>\n
\n- 150g pumpkin puree<\/li>\n
- 4 tbsp caster sugar<\/li>\n
- 5 tbsp brown sugar<\/li>\n
- 2 tsp vanilla extract<\/li>\n
- 1\/2\u00a0 tsp cinnamon<\/li>\n
- 1\/2\u00a0 tsp ground ginger<\/li>\n
- 1\/4\u00a0 tsp ground nutmeg<\/li>\n
- 1\/8\u00a0 tsp\u00a0 ground cloves<\/li>\n
- Pinch of salt<\/li>\n
- 300ml water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Combine all your ingredients in a pot and bring to the boil over a medium-high heat. Simmer for 10-12 mins, or until the sugar has dissolved and the mix has thickened to a syrupy consistency.<\/p>\n
Leave the syrup to cool before pouring into a sterilised bottle and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.<\/p>\n
\nPumpkin Spice Affogato<\/strong><\/h2>\nFor those who love combining pumpkin with coffee, the Pumpkin Spice Affogato is the perfect autumn indulgence. Typically, an affogato is a simple Italian dessert consisting of a shot of hot espresso poured over a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The contrast of hot and cold creates an irresistible harmony of flavours, and with the addition of pumpkin spice syrup, it becomes the ultimate autumnal treat.<\/p>\n
Ingredients (serves 1):<\/p>\n
\n- 50ml pumpkin spice syrup<\/li>\n
- Double shot of espresso<\/li>\n
- 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Add a scoop of ice cream to an espresso cup and pour in your espresso. Drizzle over the pumpkin spice and dig in!<\/p>\n
\nPumpkin Spice Iced Tea<\/strong><\/h2>\nWho says pumpkin spice is only for warm drinks? This Pumpkin Sp-Iced Tea is a refreshing twist, perfect for those warmer autumn days when you\u2019re not quite ready to say goodbye to the iced summer drink.<\/p>\n
Ingredients (serves 2):<\/p>\n
\n- 2 tea bags<\/li>\n
- 400ml boiled water<\/li>\n
- 50ml pumpkin spice syrup<\/li>\n
- Ice cubes<\/li>\n
- Cinnamon stick (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Add the tea bags to a heatproof jug with the boiled water and steep for 2-3 mins. Once steeped, remove the tea bags and set aside to cool – this is your tea mix.<\/p>\n
Once your tea mix has cooled, fill a glass with ice and add the tea mix with the pumpkin spice syrup. Give it a good mix up with a cocktail spoon, or the cinnamon stick, and serve!<\/p>\n
\nPumpkin Spice Espresso Martini<\/strong><\/h2>\nFor cocktail lovers, why not take your pumpkin spice obsession into happy hour? The Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini adds an autumnal twist to the classic espresso martini, blending the rich flavours of coffee with the warmth of pumpkin spice and a hint of vodka.<\/p>\n
Ingredients (serves 2):<\/p>\n
\n- Double shot of espresso<\/li>\n
- 50ml pumpkin spice syrup<\/li>\n
- 50ml coffee liqueur<\/li>\n
- 100ml vodka<\/li>\n
- Ice cubes<\/li>\n
- Star anise (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Add all your ingredients (except the star anise!) to a cocktail shaker with lots of ice and shake very vigorously for 2-3 mins.<\/p>\n
Strain into a martini glass and garnish with the star anise (or some coffee beans) and enjoy!<\/p>\n
While the Pumpkin Spice Latte will always have a place in our hearts for autumn, these cool, refreshing drinks offer a fresh and exciting way to transition into the cosy season.<\/p>\n
This one got your taste buds tingling? Check out our other pumpkin creations<\/a> such as our pumpkin spiced latte pie<\/a>.<\/p>\n![\"\"](\"https:\/\/gousto.gurucloud.co.uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/2024\/09\/PSL-GIF.gif\")
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As the warm(ish) summer days fade into the crisp autumn air, one thing comes to mind for many: it\u2019s pumpkin spice season. It\u2019s everywhere, from lattes to candles, marking the seasonal shift with its cosy, spiced aroma. But while the Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) has become a fan-favourite autumn tradition, there\u2019s so much more to … <\/p>\n
Pumpkin Spice Syrup Recipe<\/h3>\n
Ingredients (makes 8 servings \/ 300ml)<\/p>\n
- \n
- 150g pumpkin puree<\/li>\n
- 4 tbsp caster sugar<\/li>\n
- 5 tbsp brown sugar<\/li>\n
- 2 tsp vanilla extract<\/li>\n
- 1\/2\u00a0 tsp cinnamon<\/li>\n
- 1\/2\u00a0 tsp ground ginger<\/li>\n
- 1\/4\u00a0 tsp ground nutmeg<\/li>\n
- 1\/8\u00a0 tsp\u00a0 ground cloves<\/li>\n
- Pinch of salt<\/li>\n
- 300ml water<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Combine all your ingredients in a pot and bring to the boil over a medium-high heat. Simmer for 10-12 mins, or until the sugar has dissolved and the mix has thickened to a syrupy consistency.<\/p>\n
Leave the syrup to cool before pouring into a sterilised bottle and store in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.<\/p>\n
\nPumpkin Spice Affogato<\/strong><\/h2>\n
For those who love combining pumpkin with coffee, the Pumpkin Spice Affogato is the perfect autumn indulgence. Typically, an affogato is a simple Italian dessert consisting of a shot of hot espresso poured over a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The contrast of hot and cold creates an irresistible harmony of flavours, and with the addition of pumpkin spice syrup, it becomes the ultimate autumnal treat.<\/p>\n
Ingredients (serves 1):<\/p>\n
- \n
- 50ml pumpkin spice syrup<\/li>\n
- Double shot of espresso<\/li>\n
- 1 scoop of vanilla ice cream<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Add a scoop of ice cream to an espresso cup and pour in your espresso. Drizzle over the pumpkin spice and dig in!<\/p>\n
\nPumpkin Spice Iced Tea<\/strong><\/h2>\n
Who says pumpkin spice is only for warm drinks? This Pumpkin Sp-Iced Tea is a refreshing twist, perfect for those warmer autumn days when you\u2019re not quite ready to say goodbye to the iced summer drink.<\/p>\n
Ingredients (serves 2):<\/p>\n
- \n
- 2 tea bags<\/li>\n
- 400ml boiled water<\/li>\n
- 50ml pumpkin spice syrup<\/li>\n
- Ice cubes<\/li>\n
- Cinnamon stick (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Add the tea bags to a heatproof jug with the boiled water and steep for 2-3 mins. Once steeped, remove the tea bags and set aside to cool – this is your tea mix.<\/p>\n
Once your tea mix has cooled, fill a glass with ice and add the tea mix with the pumpkin spice syrup. Give it a good mix up with a cocktail spoon, or the cinnamon stick, and serve!<\/p>\n
\nPumpkin Spice Espresso Martini<\/strong><\/h2>\n
For cocktail lovers, why not take your pumpkin spice obsession into happy hour? The Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini adds an autumnal twist to the classic espresso martini, blending the rich flavours of coffee with the warmth of pumpkin spice and a hint of vodka.<\/p>\n
Ingredients (serves 2):<\/p>\n
- \n
- Double shot of espresso<\/li>\n
- 50ml pumpkin spice syrup<\/li>\n
- 50ml coffee liqueur<\/li>\n
- 100ml vodka<\/li>\n
- Ice cubes<\/li>\n
- Star anise (optional)<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
Add all your ingredients (except the star anise!) to a cocktail shaker with lots of ice and shake very vigorously for 2-3 mins.<\/p>\n
Strain into a martini glass and garnish with the star anise (or some coffee beans) and enjoy!<\/p>\n
While the Pumpkin Spice Latte will always have a place in our hearts for autumn, these cool, refreshing drinks offer a fresh and exciting way to transition into the cosy season.<\/p>\n
This one got your taste buds tingling? Check out our other pumpkin creations<\/a> such as our pumpkin spiced latte pie<\/a>.<\/p>\n
<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"As the warm(ish) summer days fade into the crisp autumn air, one thing comes to mind for many: it\u2019s pumpkin spice season. It\u2019s everywhere, from lattes to candles, marking the seasonal shift with its cosy, spiced aroma. But while the Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) has become a fan-favourite autumn tradition, there\u2019s so much more to … <\/p>\n