Well I’ve been on quite the pumpkin kick recently, wouldn’t you agree? First the crostata. Then the whoopie pies. And now this Pumpkin and Apple Cider Fizz. It seems like each fall I develop an obsession for a different seasonal fruit or vegetable. Last year was figs. The year before, root vegetables (particularly parsnips). Do you ever find yourself doing the same thing? This year, I can partially attribute my pumpkin obsession to a pantry full of organic pumpkin puree. I stocked up a month ago thinking there would be some sort of pumpkin shortage this year. I’m thinking the shortage never really happened because I’ve seen plenty of pumpkins (whole and canned) around.
This Pumpkin and Apple Cider Fizz is a seasonal blend of pumpkin puree, vanilla vodka, cider and ginger beer. The cocktail tastes very similar to pumpkin pie; however, it’s not overly sweet. The ginger beer lends a bit of a bite to the drink and counters the heft of the pumpkin puree, resulting in a very enjoyable mouthfeel. A perfect cocktail to enjoy before Thanksgiving dinner! Continue reading for the recipe.
I used leftover, homemade pumpkin puree for the drinks pictured above, but you could certainly used canned. And yes… I am alluding to another pumpkin recipe coming down the line 
- 1 1/2 oz. pumpkin puree (canned or homemade*)
- 1 1/2 oz. vanilla vodka
- 2 oz. apple cider
- 1 1/2 oz. ginger beer
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice then add pumpkin puree, vanilla vodka and apple cider. Shake vigorously until well chilled.
- Strain into a glass filled with ice and top off with ginger beer.
I have seen sooooo many pumpkin recipes from everyone this season. I love it!
Pumpkin with vodka AND beer…now you’re talking.
Just saw your whoopie pies on Tasteologie. Congrats!
Thanks Averie
Hey there! I just found your blog today, fellow San Diegan food lover! Your photos are just plain gorgeous and the recipes sound UH-MAZE-ING. I’m excited to keep on reading and gain some konfidence, especially since I’m almost a beginner at cooking/baking, and currently trying to learn as much as I can!
Also, I am determined to make this drink for the weekend! I have a bit of pumpkin left over from another recipe, and this post came at the most opportune time
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This looks and sounds amazing. (I had to take a minute to collect myself before writing a comment—I was so excited by the idea of a pumpkin cocktail that my first reaction was to type out about 50 exclamation points.) Well done!
HA!!! Thanks Carey
OH yeah! Bring it!
What a fantastic combo for a cocktail. I might try it out with bourbon in place of the vodka and a teeny splash of vanilla extract to bring it back in. Can’t wait
That sounds like a great idea. Let me know how it turns out!
MMMMMMmmm This looks so good!
Pumpkin, apple, ginger and vanilla! Excellent pairing of flavors! I would love a glass or two right now!
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I don’t think I could ever get tired of seeing pumpkin recipes! This one sounds rather unique – and can’t wait to try it =)
Hi,
Sadly, I need some clarification. Because Americans and English have different products for the same words.. is the cider mentioned alcholic hard cider or regular American apple cider? and is the ginger beer alcoholic or non.
Hi Bana, both the cider and ginger beer are non alcoholic.
thanks, i was wondering the same thing! definitely making this in october!
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That looks AMAZING!!! Thank you for sharing.
Very different Brandon and I’m anxious to try it. Your drink recipes are always great.
Thanks Sandra!
I’m just the same as you – get fixated on one seasonal fruit or veg and just go nuts on it for weeks! I’ve never seen a pumpkin-based drink before, and now I’m wondering why – this combo sound amazing!
I think a pumpkin kick isnt the worse thing that could happen
Either is a fig kick, I was on that last year and would try to cook and bake with figs pretty much on a daily basis.
This drink sounds heavenly! So interesting and different. I love all the flavors going on!
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This sounds great, but I’m not a drinker… substitute for the vodka?
That’s a great question! I would add vanilla simple syrup to taste. If you add too much, squeeze in some lemon to balance the flavors.
Would this work without the alcohol & vodka?
You would lose the vanilla flavor if you omit the vodka. Instead maybe try vanilla simple syrup with a little lemon?
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Is there something else that you could use beside ginger beer? I have Celiac Disease, so I can’t have beer. And I’m allergic to ginger, haha
You could try ginger ale, but the ginger flavor won’t be as strong. Ginger is one of the main flavorings here so if you switch it out, you’ll be making a different drink
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Hi! I stumbled across your recipe on Pinterest and it sounds delish! Call me naive or inexperienced… but are you referring to sparkling apple cider or just regular? And I’ve never even heard of ginger beer… can I just buy it at a typical grocery store? Thanks so much!
Regular apple cider is fine. Grocery stores should have ginger beer. I know Trader Joe’s does!
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