Spiced Pumpkin Punch Recipe
Warm up your fall gatherings with this Spiced Pumpkin Punch recipe! Made with rum, allspice dram, fresh juices, persimmon syrup, and pumpkin purée, it’s a cozy, festive cocktail topped with cinnamon and nutmeg.
When it comes to fall cocktails, pumpkin usually steals the spotlight. But this Spiced Pumpkin Punch adds a unique twist that I, Ashley created. This punch recipe stands out in the crowd because it contains persimmon. And haven’t you heard? Persimmon is the new pumpkin! Okay, maybe not quite, but this vibrant orange fruit has a way of surprising people with its versatility and flavor.
The fruit strikes a balance between sweet and savory, making it the perfect companion to warm seasonal spices. It’s even in our winter fruit and citrus salad recipe. When paired with pumpkin purée, rum, and a hint of citrus, it creates a cozy yet refreshing cocktail that feels tailor-made for autumn celebrations.
Cocktail nerd speak aside, persimmon brings more than just flavor. It also gives drinks a velvety mouthfeel that makes every sip smooth and satisfying. Garnished with a sprinkle of cinnamon and nutmeg, this punch isn’t just festive, it’s unforgettable. Whether you’re hosting a fall dinner party or looking for something new to toast with by the fire, this recipe will give your guests a delicious surprise.
Why Persimmon Simple Syrup Makes This Punch Special
This syrup doesn’t just sweeten the cocktail. It enhances the mouthfeel and rounds out the citrus and spice elements. The result is a punch that feels familiar with its pumpkin-and-spice base, but with a surprising layer of complexity thanks to the persimmon.
Ingredients for persimmon syrup:
- 2 ripe persimmons, peeled and chopped: Make sure your persimmons are ripe (soft to the touch) before making the syrup—unripe persimmons can taste bitter and chalky. If they’re not quite ready, let them sit out for a few days to fully soften.
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
Instructions:
1 — Combine ingredients: In a small saucepan, add the chopped persimmons, sugar, and water.
2 — Simmer: Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10–15 minutes. Stir occasionally to help the fruit break down. Gently mash the persimmons with the back of a spoon to release more flavor.
3 — Strain: Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a heatproof container, pressing lightly to extract the liquid.
4 — Cool and Store: Let cool completely, then transfer to a sealed jar or bottle. Refrigerate for up to 3week.
Ingredients Needed
- Rum
- Persimmon syrup
- Orange juice
- Apple juice
- Allspice Dram: If you don’t have Allspice Dram, a splash of spiced rum or a cinnamon simple syrup makes a good substitute.
- Lemon juice
- Pumpkin purée: Use 100% pure pumpkin purée, not pumpkin pie filling (which has added sugar and spices). This keeps the cocktail balanced and not overly sweet.
- Cinnamon: To garnish
- Nutmeg: To garnish
- Cinnamon stick: Optional for garnish
How to Make a Spiced Pumpkin Punch Cocktail
1 — In a cocktail shaker with ice, combine rum, Allspice Dram, orange juice, apple juice, lemon juice, persimmon syrup, and pumpkin purée.
2 — Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well chilled.
3 — Double strain the punch into a glass with ice.
4 — Dash some cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg on top to finish. Or garnish with a cinnamon stick for extra flair.
Recipe Notes and Tips
- Big-batch option: Multiply the recipe by 6–8 and serve in a punch bowl for parties. Keep chilled with an ice ring or large ice cubes.
- Balancing sweetness: Taste as you go! If the drink feels too tart, add an extra splash of persimmon syrup or a drizzle of honey. If it’s too sweet, increase the lemon juice slightly.
- Texture upgrade: If you like a silkier finish, double strain the cocktail (using both a cocktail strainer and fine mesh sieve) to catch any pumpkin purée bits.
- Warm variation: This recipe also works as a warm punch! Simply heat all ingredients (except rum) in a saucepan until steaming, then stir in the rum right before serving. Garnish with whole cinnamon sticks or star anise.
- Make-ahead friendly: The persimmon syrup can be prepared days in advance, making it easy to whip up this cocktail on the fly.
More Fall Cocktails To Try
- Apple Cider Drink
- Hot Spiced Wine
- Sparkling Pumpkin Cider
- Cranberry Sidecar
- Pumpkin Spice White Russian
Spiced Pumpkin Punch Cocktail
Equipment
- Fine mesh strainer
Ingredients
For the persimmon syrup:
- 2 persimmon ripe, peel and chopped
- 1 cup brown sugar
- 1 cup water
For the spiced pumpkin punch:
- 1 1/2 oz rum
- 1 oz orange juice
- 1 oz apple juice
- 3/4 oz persimmon syrup directions below
- 1/2 oz Allspice Dram
- 1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1/4 oz pumpkin purée
- 1 dash cinnamon to garnish
- 1 pinch nutmeg to garnish
- 1 cinnamon stick optional to garnish
Nutrition
Instructions
To make the persimmon syrup:
- In a small saucepan, add the chopped persimmons, sugar, and water.
- Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce heat and let simmer for 10–15 minutes. Stir occasionally to help the fruit break down. Gently mash the persimmons with the back of a spoon to release more flavor.
- Pour the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a heatproof container, pressing lightly to extract the liquid. Let cool completely.
To make the spiced pumpkin punch:
- In a cocktail shaker with ice, combine rum, Allspice Dram, orange juice, apple juice, lemon juice, persimmon syrup, and pumpkin purée.
- Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well chilled.
- Double strain the punch into a glass with ice.
- Dash some cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg on top to finish. Or garnish with a cinnamon stick for extra flair.
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The recipe calls for “1/4 PUMPKIN PURÉE.” 1/4 what? Can, cup, other? I really want to make these, but need to know how much pumpkin to prepare for my group of 7 drinking adults… Help!
In a large punch bowl, combine the pumpkin puree, rum, condensed milk and bitters. Gently stir until fully combined.
This recipe looks absolutely delicious and so warming! Ive got some autumn events coming up and might just have to test it out!
This punch is totally perfect for Thanksgiving! I’m definitely going to be making these soon!
Paige
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