Description
Pumpkin Pie Punch is a sweet, fizzy fall party drink made with apple cider, real pumpkin puree, cream soda, pumpkin pie spice, and Everclear. This easy 5-minute cocktail is perfect for Halloween parties, Thanksgiving celebrations, and autumn gatherings. Serve it chilled with fresh apple slices and whipped cream for a festive seasonal drink. You can also omit the alcohol to make a delicious family-friendly mocktail.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 gallon (64 ounces) cold apple cider
- 1 can (15 ounces) pure pumpkin puree
- 12 ounces cream soda
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice
- 1 cup (8 ounces) Everclear (optional; omit for a non-alcoholic version)
- Apple slices, for garnish
- Cool Whip or whipped cream, for garnish
Instructions
- In a large pitcher, combine the cold apple cider and pumpkin puree. Whisk thoroughly until the pumpkin is completely incorporated. For an extra-smooth texture, strain the mixture through cheesecloth or a fine-mesh strainer if desired.
- Add the cream soda, pumpkin pie spice, and Everclear (if using). Stir gently until everything is combined.
- Add fresh apple slices to the pitcher and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- Pour the chilled pumpkin pie punch into glasses and top each serving with whipped cream or Cool Whip. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- Use pure canned pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling, which already contains added sugar and spices.
- For a non-alcoholic version, simply omit the Everclear.
- Chill all ingredients before mixing so the punch is cold and refreshing when served.
- Whisk the pumpkin puree thoroughly into the apple cider to prevent lumps.
- Add the cream soda shortly before serving to preserve its carbonation.
- For an extra-smooth drink, strain the pumpkin and cider mixture through a fine-mesh strainer or cheesecloth.
- Keep leftovers covered and refrigerated for up to 2 days, although the punch will gradually lose its fizz.
- For make-ahead preparation, combine everything except the cream soda and refrigerate for up to 1 day. Stir in the cream soda just before serving.
- Everclear is a high-proof spirit. Measure carefully, serve responsibly, and keep alcoholic punch clearly separated from the non-alcoholic version.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 drink
- Calories: 218 kcal
- Sugar: 30 g
- Sodium: 17 mg
- Carbohydrates: 36 g
- Fiber: 2 g