Spiced Pumpkin Punch
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4.5
Spiced Pumpkin Punch
Description
Spiced Pumpkin Punch brings together pumpkin puree, apple cider, orange juice, and lemon juice, sweetened with a cinnamon-infused simple syrup made from sugar and water. The mixture incorporates spiced rum and vodka, creating a layered flavor profile that is rich and balanced between sweet and citrusy notes. The pumpkin puree adds a seasonal, creamy texture without heaviness due to proper whisking that breaks it up smoothly. Lemon slices and cinnamon sticks in the punch bowl serve as aromatic garnishes, complementing the spices in the syrup.
The punch is portioned into glasses for serving, each garnished with a cinnamon stick to echo the warm spice flavors. This recipe produces about a gallon, suitable for a party or fall celebration.
This recipe can be easily adapted for a non-alcoholic version by omitting the rum and vodka, keeping the same balance of fruit juices and pumpkin. The cinnamon simple syrup adds depth without overpowering the natural brightness of the citrus.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- ¼ teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 28 ounces pumpkin not pumpkin pie filling, puree
- 3 ½ cups apple cider
- 1 cup orange juice
- 1 ½ cups seltzer water
- ¼ cup lemon juice
- 2 cups spiced rum
- 2 cups vodka
- lemon for garnish, slices
- cinnamon stick for garnish
Instructions
- Place a medium saucepan over medium-high heat. Add the water, sugar, and ground cinnamon. Stir to combine. Cook until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from heat and set aside.
- To a 1 1/2 gallon punch bowl add the pumpkin, apple cider, orange juice, seltzer, lemon juice, spiced rum, and vodka. Whisk to combine. (Use a whisk, it helps break up the pumpkin puree.) Pour in the cinnamon simple syrup and stir once more.
- Add lemon slices and a few cinnamon sticks to the punch bowl.
For Serving:
- Portion the punch into glasses and garnish with a cinnamon stick.
Notes
- The punch yields about 16 servings of 8 ounces each, suitable for a large group.
- For a non-alcoholic variation, omit the spiced rum and vodka and serve chilled.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 16servings
Amount Per Serving
Calories 235 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 235kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Sodium | 15mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 189mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 20g | 40% |
| Vitamin A | 7750IU | 155% |
| Vitamin C | 11.8mg | 13% |
| Calcium | 21mg | 2% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.5
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