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Hey, friends! With fall in full swing, it's hard to miss the pumpkin flavored β well, everything! You already know I'm team pumpkin, but I know not everyone is. If that's you, keep reading! I didn't forget you. Making pumpkin spice syrup at home is the secret to these tasty seasonal sippers, any time you get a hankering. It's made with real pumpkin puree and whole spices to give that quintessential fall flavor. If you're not big on pumpkin, this autumn spice latte is perfect for you. It's made with a fall spiced syrup β no pumpkin in sight β that you can use to make any of the cocktails below. It's is filled to the brim with the flavors of cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg and lemon zest. Here are three drinks I know you'll fall for: pumpkin spice old-fashionedBourbon fans will cheer for this spirit-forward drink. The sweet flavors of oaky bourbon pair beautifully with fall bitters and pumpkin spice syrup. It makes for a great nightcap after a meal.
pumpkin spice white russianThe White Russian is a silky and sweet drink made with cream, coffee liqueur and vodka, which makes it a perfect match for fall flavors. When you mix in pumpkin spice syrup and add a cinnamon sugar rim, it's hard to top!
pumpkin spice muleIf you love Moscow mules, this one's for you. Choose between vodka or bourbon, then add pumpkin syrup, lime juice and ginger beer to your favorite copper mug for a light and refreshing cocktail. (Perfect for those warmer fall days!)
And now I'm off for a pumpkin spice latte pick-me-up, courtesy of this sweet syrup. Happy fall! Susannah P.S. Don't forget to snag your copy of my holiday cocktail ebook Holiday Spirits to prepare for the upcoming season β it's got recipes that wow for Thanksgiving, Christmas and New Yearβs Eve! |
Feast + West: Easy Elegant Entertaining
I'm your cocktail bestie! Together we'll shake things up and make everything from classic cocktails to creative concoctions, and even mocktails from time to time. Follow me for delicious drink recipes, boozy desserts and appetizer pairings for easy, elegant entertaining.
easy, elegant entertaining Hey, Reader! So much of Thanksgiving is focused on the feast. The turkey, the potatoes, the dessert... But what happens when the leftovers are packaged and the table has been cleared? Nightcaps. A nightcap (or after-dinner drink) is a perfect way to end a meal, but it can also act as a sort of boozy hurrah just before bedtime. You decide what you need after a day filled with family and friends. π Either way, we can all agree a nightcap is the perfect way to end a...
easy, elegant entertaining Hey, Reader! I would be remiss if I let fall pass by without sharing recipes that star one of my favorite flavors β cinnamon! Just a sprinkle of cinnamon gives drinks (and baked goods, and breakfast, and coffee... the list goes on) a cozy element that is unmatched as the weather turns. I like to use cinnamon syrup to add a splash of cinnamon to my cocktails. Cinnamon lovers can amp up the flavor with a cinnamon sugar rim and a sprinkle of cinnamon or cinnamon stick...
easy, elegant entertaining Hey, Reader! Fall is in full swing and I can tell you're leaning into the seasonal flavors! Pumpkin tends to steal the show, but there are plenty of other tastes that embody fall. Every so often I like to share what's trending with my followers in the hopes that it will inspire you to try something new. Here's what everyone is loving right now: cocktail infusion kits So many of you are getting a jump on holiday gifting with these cocktail infusion kits! They're easy...