Description
This Pumpkin Juice is a sweet and spiced autumn beverage inspired by the famous wizarding-world drink. Made with pumpkin purée, apple cider, and warm fall spices, it’s a cozy treat that’s perfect served chilled or warm.
Ingredients
Ingredients
- 2 cups apple cider
- 1 cup pumpkin purée
- 2 cups cold water
- ¼ cup maple syrup or brown sugar
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- ½ tsp ground cinnamon
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- Ice, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a blender, combine apple cider, pumpkin purée, water, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and vanilla extract.
- Blend Smooth: Blend the mixture until completely smooth to ensure all the flavors are well incorporated and the texture is creamy.
- Adjust Sweetness: Taste the juice and adjust the sweetness if desired by adding more maple syrup or brown sugar.
- Chill or Serve: Chill the juice for at least 30 minutes for a refreshing cold beverage, or serve immediately over ice if preferred.
- Stir Before Serving: Stir the juice well before serving to re-mix any settled ingredients.
Notes
- For a smoother texture, strain the juice through a fine-mesh sieve to remove any pulp or solids.
- Serve warm for a comforting fall beverage especially on cooler days.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick for an extra festive touch and added aroma.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverages
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
