I’m excited to share one of my favorite seasonal treats: Pumpkin Spice Soda. It’s a bubbly, cozy non-alcoholic drink that perfectly captures the essence of fall with its warm spices and pumpkin flavor.
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Pumpkin Spiced Soda Recipe
Pumpkin Spice Soda is a popular carbonated beverage in the fall season. This non-alcoholic drink blends the rich taste of pumpkin with classic autumn spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and vanilla.
It usually starts with a pumpkin spice syrup made by simmering pumpkin puree with sugar and these warming spices. The syrup is then mixed with sparkling water to create a fizzy, flavorful soda. This unique drink is sweet, spicy, and lightly pumpkin-infused. It’s a perfect twist on traditional soft drinks for fall.
This drink pairs well with many foods and snacks. It can be enjoyed alongside savory dishes such as roasted turkey, maple-glazed ham, stuffed butternut squash, or caramelized Brussels sprouts.
It also complements baked goods like pumpkin bread, ginger cookies, cinnamon rolls, and pecan pie. For a fun pairing, serve it with cheese platters featuring mild cheddar or gouda. Its fizzy nature also makes it a refreshing choice alongside creamy soups like butternut squash or a hearty chili.
Here’s how to make the Pumpkin Spice Soda:
Pumpkin Spice Soda
Nutrition
Ingredients
- 1 cup pumpkin purée unsweetened
- 1/4 cup brown sugar lightly packed
- 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
- 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon optional for extra warmth
- 2 cups sparkling water or club soda chilled
- 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
- Ice cubes
- Whipped cream optional, for topping
Instructions
Make the pumpkin syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine pumpkin purée, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, and 1/4 cup water.
- Cook over medium heat for 3–4 minutes, stirring until sugar dissolves and mixture thickens slightly.
- Remove from heat and stir in vanilla extract. Let cool for a few minutes.
Assemble the soda
- Add 2–3 tablespoons of the pumpkin syrup to a tall glass filled with ice.
- Slowly pour in chilled sparkling water or club soda.
- Stir gently to combine.
- Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon or pumpkin pie spice, if desired.
- Serve immediately for maximum fizz.
Notes
- This nutrition information is without whipped cream.
- Adjust sugar to taste. You can swap with honey, maple syrup, or a sugar substitute for fewer calories.
- Prepare the pumpkin syrup in advance and store in the fridge for up to 5 days.
- Add a splash of cream or milk for a creamy pumpkin soda latte twist.
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Variations
The pumpkin spice soda has many variations with different tastes and flavors. Here are some ideas you can try at home:
- Creamy Pumpkin Spice Soda blends pumpkin spice syrup with cream or half-and-half and soda water to create a richer, smoother drink reminiscent of a pumpkin spice cream soda.
- Dirty Pumpkin Spice Soda combines pumpkin syrup with cream soda and a splash of French vanilla coffee creamer for a sweet, indulgent twist.
- Spiced Pumpkin Shrub Soda uses a fermented mix of pumpkin, fresh ginger, vinegar, and sugar (a shrub) stirred into soda water for a sharp, tangy, and spiced flavor.
- Pumpkin Spice Cream Soda uses a low-calorie pumpkin spice syrup combined with fat-free half-and-half and club soda for a lighter creamy option.
- Hot Version warms up the pumpkin spice syrup and mixes it with warm soda water for a cozy, hot version perfect for chilly days.
- Boozy Pumpkin Spice Cocktail Soda adds a splash of bourbon or spiced rum to pumpkin spice soda for an adult-friendly fall cocktail.