Description
This Harry Potter inspired Pumpkin Juice is a delightful autumn beverage that combines the warm flavors of pumpkin, apple cider, and aromatic spices. Perfect for cozying up on a fall day or serving at a festive gathering, this juice can be enjoyed chilled over ice or warmly heated for a comforting treat.
Ingredients
Scale
Liquid Ingredients
- 8 cups apple cider (64 ounces)
- 2 cups apricot, peach, or pear nectar (16 ounces)
- 2 teaspoons vanilla extract
Solid Ingredients and Spices
- 15 ounces pumpkin puree (a little less than 2 cups if using homemade pumpkin puree)
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 3/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
- 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
- Pinch of ground allspice
Instructions
- Combine Ingredients: In a large pot over medium heat, combine the apple cider, pumpkin puree, apricot (or peach/pear) nectar, brown sugar, ground cinnamon, ground nutmeg, ground ginger, and ground allspice. Stir well to incorporate all the ingredients evenly.
- Heat to Boil: Heat the mixture just until it starts to boil. This ensures the flavors begin to meld without overcooking the pumpkin puree.
- Simmer: Reduce the heat to low and let the pumpkin juice simmer gently for 10-15 minutes. This allows the spices to infuse deeply into the juice.
- Add Vanilla and Cool: Remove the pot from heat and stir in the vanilla extract. Allow the pumpkin juice to cool completely to room temperature.
- Chill or Reheat to Serve: After cooling, chill the juice in the refrigerator for about 4 hours before serving. Serve over ice for a refreshing chilled beverage, or gently reheat if you prefer it warm.
Notes
- Use homemade pumpkin puree for a fresher taste or canned pumpkin puree for convenience.
- Apricot, peach, or pear nectar can be used interchangeably depending on your flavor preference.
- Adjust brown sugar to taste if you prefer a sweeter or less sweet beverage.
- If serving warm, reheat gently to avoid boiling which could alter the flavor.
- Store any leftover pumpkin juice in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
