Description

The Vegan Pumpkin Pie Mocktail is a cozy, flavorful, plant-based drink that combines the warm spices of pumpkin pie with a creamy non-dairy base and refreshing carbonation. Perfect for fall evenings and seasonal celebrations, this easy-to-make mocktail blends pumpkin puree, spiced syrup, and vanilla with a subtle tang of apple cider vinegar and sparkling water for a festive treat that everyone can enjoy.

Ingredients

Scale

Spiced Simple Syrup

1 cup water
1/2 cup maple syrup or sugar
2 cinnamon sticks
1/2 teaspoon ground nutmeg
4 whole cloves

Pumpkin Base

1 cup pumpkin puree (canned or fresh)
1 cup non-dairy milk (such as oat milk or almond milk)
1 teaspoon vanilla extract
1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup cooled spiced simple syrup

To Finish

1 cup carbonated water
Optional: additional maple syrup for sweetness
Garnishes: ground cinnamon or nutmeg, cinnamon sticks, star anise, pumpkin spice blend, twisted orange peel

Instructions

Prepare the spiced simple syrup: In a saucepan, combine water, maple syrup or sugar, cinnamon sticks, ground nutmeg, and cloves. Bring to a gentle simmer and stir until the sweetener dissolves completely. Let the mixture infuse for about 10 minutes, then strain out the spices and cool.
Mix the pumpkin base: In a large bowl or pitcher, whisk together pumpkin puree, non-dairy milk, vanilla extract, and apple cider vinegar. Slowly whisk in the cooled spiced simple syrup until smooth and well combined, creating a flavorful pumpkin mixture.
Add carbonation: Just before serving, gently stir in the carbonated water to maintain the bubbles and freshness. Adjust sweetness with additional maple syrup if desired.
Serve chilled with garnish: Pour the mocktail into glasses over ice if preferred. Garnish with a sprinkle of ground cinnamon or nutmeg and a cinnamon stick or other desired toppings for an inviting presentation.

Notes

Use freshly ground cinnamon and nutmeg for the most vibrant flavor.
Chill non-dairy milk and carbonated water before mixing to maintain crispness.
Add carbonation last and stir slowly to preserve the bubbles.
Taste and sweeten gradually to avoid over-sweetening.
For a thicker texture, increase pumpkin puree or reduce carbonated water.

Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 10 minutes
Category: Beverages
Method: No-cook/Simmer
Cuisine: American

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 cup
Calories: 120
Sugar: 15g
Sodium: 40mg
Fat: 2g
Saturated Fat: 0.3g
Unsaturated Fat: 1.5g
Trans Fat: 0g
Carbohydrates: 26g
Fiber: 2g
Protein: 1g
Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: vegan pumpkin pie mocktail, fall drink, pumpkin spice mocktail, plant-based cocktail, non-alcoholic fall beverage