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Emily Fabulous » Recipes » Cocktails

Pumpkin Pie Liqueur

Published: Oct 16, 2020 · Modified: Oct 27, 2021 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 21 Comments

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Make this homemade Pumpkin Pie Liqueur and you can make fall cocktails all season long! You can also add it to your coffee or sip it on its own by the fire for a winter warmer.

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  • Why You'll Love This Recipe
  • Key Ingredients For This Recipe
  • How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Pie Liqueur
  • What Rum to Use for This Pumpkin Pie Liqueur?
  • To Strain or Not To Strain?
  • What to use this Syrup for
  • You Can Make a Non-Alcoholic Version too!
  • Expert Tip
  • More Cocktail Recipes to Try!
  • Pumpkin Pie Liqueur

Why You'll Love This Recipe

You’ll love this Homemade Pumpkin Pie Liqueur because it captures all the cozy fall flavors in a smooth, sippable drink. It’s perfect for gifting, holiday cocktails, or enjoying over ice by the fire just like my Homemade Creme de Cassis.

Key Ingredients For This Recipe

ingredients for pumpkin pie liqueur.
  • Pumpkin purée: Adds rich pumpkin flavor and creamy texture for that classic pie feel.
  • Cinnamon sticks: Infuse the liqueur with warm, spicy depth as it steeps.
  • Ground cloves: Bring bold, aromatic spice that pairs perfectly with pumpkin.
  • Whole vanilla bean: Adds a smooth, natural sweetness and a touch of elegance.
  • Rum: Acts as the boozy base, adding warmth and complementing the fall flavors.

*See the recipe card for the complete list of ingredients and quantities.

How to Make Homemade Pumpkin Pie Liqueur

  1. Place the water, sugar, and brown sugar in a saucepan over medium-high heat and bring it to a boil while whisking.
  2. Add the remaining ingredients, except the rum, and turn down the heat. Simmer, whisking occasionally, for 30 minutes.
  3. Remove the mixture from the heat, stir in the rum, and allow the mixture to cool for about an hour.
  4. Pour the liqueur into a sealable bottle or jar. Store the pumpkin pie liqueur in a cool location for 2-3 days to allow the flavors to blend.

What Rum to Use for This Pumpkin Pie Liqueur?

I used Ron Rio Gold rum to make this liqueur. It's made from molasses and sugar cane and is fairly inexpensive.

I would suggest using dark and/or spiced rum for this recipe. Since you are adding spices and sugar, you don't need to use a high-priced rum because you won't really taste the difference. Save the good stuff for cocktails and nightcaps!

To Strain or Not To Strain?

I decided not to strain my liqueur because there were beautiful and delicious vanilla beans and residual pieces from the ingredients. I wanted those in my liqueur and in my drinks so I did not strain them out. If you want a clearer liquid or fewer floaties, strain through a fine-mesh strainer and/or a cheesecloth before bottling.

pumpkin spice martini with graham cracker rim in a martini glass

What to use this Syrup for

  • Fall Cocktails, of course! Like a Pumpkin Spice Martini
  • Add it to your coffee for a creamy, dreamy caffeine hit
  • Pour it over ice cream or a fall fruit crumble
  • Make a boozy pumpkin pie milkshake
  • Sip it over ice by the fire on those cold winter nights

You Can Make a Non-Alcoholic Version too!

Sometimes you want the Pumpkin Pie Flavor without the alcohol. You can make this liqueur as a syrup without the booze and enjoy the same fall flavor without the spirits. Do everything the same except use 2 cups of water at the beginning of the recipe.

Expert Tip

I reused my vanilla bean and cinnamon sticks and made a second batch of pumpkin pie syrup (without the alcohol). In doing this, I had the non-alcoholic syrup for the morning and the liqueur for the evening. And, I had less waste and used up that delicious vanilla bean (which wasn't cheap).

More Cocktail Recipes to Try!

  • Gingerbread Martini
  • Lemon Curd Cocktail Recipe
  • Gin Elderflower Cocktail Recipe
  • The Modern Negroni Cocktail Recipe
  • Grapefruit Tequila Cocktail

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pumpkin spice liqueur in a bottle.

Pumpkin Pie Liqueur

A homemade Pumpkin Pie Liqueur made from scratch and perfect for Fall Cocktails!
5 from 11 votes
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Prep Time: 10 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 40 minutes minutes
Cooling Time: 1 hour hour
Total Time: 1 hour hour 50 minutes minutes
Servings: 2 cups
Calories: 311kcal
Author: Emily
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Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • medium mixing bowl
  • fine mesh strainer (optional)
  • sealable glass bottle or jar

Ingredients

  • 1 cups water
  • ½ cup sugar
  • ½ cup brown sugar
  • 1 cup pumpkin puree
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • ½ tablespoon ground cloves
  • 1 vanilla bean, cut lengthwise (or 1 teaspoon vanilla extract)
  • 1½ cups dark rum

Instructions

  • Whisk together the water, sugar, and brown sugar in a saucepan over med-high heat and bring to a boil. Add the remaining ingredients, except for the rum, and turn down the heat. Simmer, whisking occasionally, for 30 minutes.
  • Remove the pan from the heat, add the rum, stir and allow the mixture to cool for about an hour.
  • Pour the liqueur into a sealable bottle or jar. Store the liqueur in a cool location for 2-3 days to allow all of the flavors to blend with the alcohol. Enjoy this liqueur in your favorite cocktail or with your favorite Fall dessert!

Notes

  • Some people decide to strain the liqueur before placing it in the bottle. I decided not to do this because there were beautiful and delicious vanilla beans and residual pieces from the ingredients. I wanted those in my liqueur and in my drinks so I did not strain. If you want a clearer liquid, strain through a fine-mesh strainer and/or a cheesecloth before bottling.
  • You can substitute 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste for the vanilla bean

Nutrition

Serving: 1serving | Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 6.8g | Protein: 1.4g | Fat: 13.7g | Saturated Fat: 8.5g | Cholesterol: 50mg | Sodium: 37mg | Potassium: 39mg | Sugar: 5.6g | Calcium: 25mg

Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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Comments

  1. Shelly says

    October 04, 2021 at 10:54 pm

    Hi sounds amazing just wondering what kind of rum was used? I’m guessing spiced but wanted to double check will be making this for ladies night cocktails! 😋 thank you

    Reply
    • Emily says

      October 05, 2021 at 12:44 am

      Hi Shelly, I used Ron Rio Gold Rum. It is an inexpensive Caribbean rum that is made from molasses. A Spiced rum would be marvelous in this liqueur. I hope you and your friends have a great time!

      Reply
  2. Ed says

    September 25, 2021 at 1:50 pm

    Will this eventually spoil?

    How long will this keep and should it be kept in the refrigerator?

    Reply
    • Emily says

      September 25, 2021 at 2:45 pm

      This liqueur should last in the fridge for up to 6 months. Make sure it is in a sealed container in the fridge when you aren't using it. Enjoy!

      Reply
  3. Ed says

    September 25, 2021 at 1:31 pm

    To make the non-boozy syrup, was a little confused on “use 2 cups of water at the beginning of the the recipe.” Do I still use the alcohol and the extra water dilutes the syrup, or do I add a total of 3 cups of water and omit the alcohol? Thank you

    Reply
    • Emily says

      September 25, 2021 at 2:42 pm

      Hi Ed, sorry about the confusion. To make a non-alcoholic version of this pumpkin pie syrup, just use 2 cups of water and no alcohol. The non-alcoholic version will last 2-3 weeks sealed in the fridge.

      Reply
  4. Debra says

    November 03, 2020 at 1:04 am

    5 stars
    yum! So delicious and it was a fun drink too.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 03, 2020 at 2:27 am

      I'm so glad to hear it!

      Reply
  5. Connie says

    October 31, 2020 at 7:00 pm

    5 stars
    LOVE this while getting a little boozy by the fireplace and nestled under an oversized blanket and just relaxing. It's the best!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      November 01, 2020 at 2:54 am

      Thanks Connie, that exactly how I enjoy it as well!

      Reply
  6. Mama Maggie's Kitchen says

    October 31, 2020 at 9:16 am

    5 stars
    This looks incredibly delicious. Tasty!

    Reply
  7. FOODHEAL says

    October 31, 2020 at 5:54 am

    5 stars
    What, a pumpkin liqueur! what a genius idea! thank you for this recipe

    Reply
    • Emily says

      October 31, 2020 at 4:28 pm

      You're welcome!!! It's so delicious.

      Reply
  8. Chef Dennis says

    October 31, 2020 at 4:12 am

    5 stars
    I am so excited to make my own Pumpkin Pie Liqueur ! Thanks for sharing this recipe.

    Reply
    • Emily says

      October 31, 2020 at 4:24 am

      You are welcome, I know you are going to love it!

      Reply
  9. Amy says

    October 31, 2020 at 12:40 am

    5 stars
    Oh this is delicious! Great for a Halloween cocktail!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      October 31, 2020 at 4:25 am

      Yes, perfect for Halloween or Thanksgiving!

      Reply
  10. Audrey says

    October 31, 2020 at 12:00 am

    5 stars
    I love pumpkin spice!

    Reply
  11. Alexandra says

    October 30, 2020 at 10:45 pm

    5 stars
    Absoutely love this - and what a wonderful gift for the festive season!

    Reply
    • Emily says

      October 31, 2020 at 4:25 am

      That’s such a good idea! Now I just have to keep myself from drinking it before I give it away...lol!

      Reply
  12. Leslie says

    October 30, 2020 at 5:42 pm

    5 stars
    Genius recipe!!!

    Reply
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