Pumpkin Margarita balances sweetness and spice with tequila’s boldness in every sip. It’s perfect for fall gatherings or cozy evenings at home.
Contents
Pumpkin margarita recipe
Pumpkin margarita is a seasonal cocktail. It combines traditional margarita ingredients with the flavors of pumpkin and warm spices like cinnamon and nutmeg. These spices add a cozy, aromatic depth.
The spicy warmth of pumpkin perfectly balances the citrusy flavor. The salted rim provides a contrasting savory touch. They create a rich texture and harmonious layers for the drink.
The drink is a delightful choice for fall gatherings. Here’s how to make the pumpkin margarita:
Pumpkin Margarita
Ingredients
- 2 oz tequila silver or reposado
- 1 oz pumpkin puree
- 1 oz lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 oz orange liqueur like Triple Sec or Cointreau
- 1/2 oz agave syrup or simple syrup adjust for sweetness
- 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
- Salt and cinnamon-sugar mix for rimming the glass
- Ice
Instructions
- Rim the glasses with a mix of salt and cinnamon-sugar by wetting the rim with lime juice and dipping it into the mixture.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, pumpkin puree, lime juice, orange liqueur, agave syrup, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ice.
- Shake well until the mixture is chilled.
- Strain into the prepared glasses filled with ice.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a sprinkle of cinnamon for extra flavor.
How to pair
Here are some excellent pairing suggestions for pumpkin margarita:
1. Desserts
- Pumpkin pie and spice cookies echo the margarita’s flavors.
2. Comfort Foods
- Vegan pumpkin mac and cheese matches the margarita’s pumpkin flavor for a comforting pairing.
- Apple butternut squash soup aligns with the margarita’s spicy notes.
3. Spicy Dishes
- Spicy tacos complement the pumpkin margarita’s sweetness.
- Chili pairs well with the margarita’s spiced notes for a flavorful experience.
4. Appetizers
- Fall appetizers provide complementary flavors to the drink.
- Pumpkin bread enhances the margarita’s dessert-like quality with a pumpkin theme.
Variations
Here are several delicious variations of pumpkin margaritas
1. Coffee Infusion
- Add 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
- Use añejo tequila
- Include 1/8 tsp espresso powder
- Garnish with coffee beans
2. Pumpkin Spice Margarita
- Add 1/2 tsp pumpkin pie spice blend
- Include 1/4 tsp vanilla extract
- Garnished with whipped cream float and pumpkin pie spice dusting
3. Chocolate Addition
- Add 1/2 oz chocolate liqueur
- Use reposado tequila
- Rim with cocoa powder-cinnamon-sugar mix
- Float dark chocolate shavings (optional)
4. Pumpkin Apple Margarita
- Add 1 oz apple cider
- Replace orange liqueur with apple brandy
- Include 1/8 tsp allspice
- Garnish with thin apple slice
5. Smoky Harvest Margarita
- Replace silver tequila with mezcal
- Add 1/4 oz maple syrup instead of agave
- Include 1/8 tsp chipotle powder
- Garnish with a torched cinnamon stick
6. Creamy Pumpkin Horchata Margarita
- Add 1 oz horchata
- Reduce agave to 1/4 oz
- Include 1/8 tsp vanilla extract
- Rim with crushed pecans and cinnamon
7. Spicy Version
- Add 2-3 thin jalapeño slices
- Include a pinch of cayenne in the rim mix
- Garnish with a candied jalapeño
