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Pumpkin Spice Margarita

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This pumpkin spice margarita is a refreshing fall cocktail that’s made with a homemade pumpkin spice simple syrup. Citrusy, sweet & pumpkin-spiced, this is the best cocktail for the transition into the colder weather!

Overhead view of an orange pumpkin spice margarita, garnished with lime slices, next to an orange pumpkin.

Pumpkin flavored cocktails are perfect for fall. This pumpkin margarita is made with a homemade pumpkin spice syrup. You can also use this pumpkin syrup to make a pumpkin spice espresso martini or a pumpkin RumChata martini.

For other fall-inspired cocktail recipes, try this bourbon margarita, this fall apple bourbon cocktail or this rosemary bourbon cocktail.

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  • Why You’ll Love This Recipe
  • Ingredients & Substitutions
  • Step By Step Instructions
  • How to Make the Pumpkin Pie Spice Rim
  • Storing Leftover Pumpkin Syrup
  • Expert Tips
  • Recipe FAQs
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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • This pumpkin margarita is not overwhelmingly sweet. It has a subtle pumpkin spice flavor with a hint of citrus. Plus, the sweetness level can easily be adjusted by how much pumpkin syrup you add.
  • This margarita is made with a homemade pumpkin spice syrup which is infused with real pumpkin and pumpkin pie spices. This means there are no artificial flavors.
  • It is an easy cocktail to make for just a couple of people or for a large group if you are hosting a party.

Ingredients & Substitutions

The ingredients needed to make the pumpkin spice margarita.
  • Pumpkin Spice Syrup: Pumpkin purée, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, cinnamon, vanilla extract and water are all simmered together to make the pumpkin syrup. This syrup gives the margarita all of its pumpkin flavor.
  • Tequila: Use blanco or reposado tequila. You can use any brand that you like. Choose a tequila that is 100% agave for the best taste.
  • Cointreau: You can use any type of orange liqueur as a substitute for Cointreau, such as Triple Sec or Grand Marnier.
  • Lime Juice: Use freshly squeezed lime juice for the best quality cocktail. While you can substitute this with bottled lime juice, it doesn’t give the same, fresh flavor.

Step By Step Instructions

Step 1: Add the pumpkin purée, pumpkin pie syrup, cinnamon, water, and brown sugar to a saucepan. Heat the ingredients, bringing them to a gentle simmer. Continue to simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the sugar has dissolved. Remove the syrup from the stove and stir in the vanilla extract.

A process photo illustrating step 1.

Step 2: Let the syrup cool for a few minutes, then strain the mixture through a cheesecloth. Gently squeeze or press the cheesecloth to drain out all the syrup. You should be left with a liquid, smooth syrup with no pumpkin chunks.

A process photo illustrating step 2.

Step 3: Add the pumpkin spice syrup, tequila, Cointreau and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well for 10 to 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosted. Strain and pour into a chilled margarita glass.

A process photo illustrating step 3.

How to Make the Pumpkin Pie Spice Rim

This pumpkin spice margarita works well with a sweeter rim, but you can use a classic salted one as well. 

For a pumpkin pie spice rim, mix together 1 tablespoon of brown sugar with ¼ teaspoon pumpkin pie spice. 

Dip the edge of each glass in a small amount of pumpkin syrup, agave, water or lime juice. Then, roll the edge of the glass in the brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice mixture. 

Place the glasses upside down on a paper towel to keep them dry. If possible, chill the glasses in the fridge while they dry. The rims will hold best when the glasses are cold as this thickens the syrup and prevents it from dripping down.

Storing Leftover Pumpkin Syrup

This recipe will make extra pumpkin pie syrup. Making the pumpkin syrup is the step that takes the most time. If you are planning to serve these margaritas at a party, it is easiest to make a large batch of pumpkin syrup in advance. 

Before storing, allow the pumpkin syrup to fully cool to room temperature. Store leftovers in an airtight glass container in the fridge for up to a week. 

You can also freeze the syrup and store it for up to 2 to 3 months. Let it thaw overnight in the fridge before using.

A pumpkin spice margarita on. white marble table next to orange fall leaves.

Expert Tips

  • Chill the cocktail glasses. Chill the cocktail glasses in the fridge for 1 to 2 hours before serving or in the freezer for 30 minutes before serving. Garnish the rims prior to chilling the glasses.
  • Make it a frozen margarita. To make a frozen pumpkin margarita, blend the ingredients together with a handful of ice. You may need to add an extra dash of pumpkin syrup or Cointreau as blending the margarita can water it down slightly.
  • Adjust the sweetness. This margarita is not overly sweet. The pumpkin flavor is present without being overwhelming. Some people may prefer a sweeter or less sweet drink. Adjust the amount of pumpkin pie syrup you add accordingly.

Recipe FAQs

What can I do with extra pumpkin spice syrup?

There are lots of ways to use up leftover pumpkin spice syrup, such as in other pumpkin flavored cocktails like a pumpkin espresso martini or a pumpkin RumChata martini. You can also use it to make pumpkin cold foam for pumpkin spice lattes or in a pumpkin chai tea latte. See the full pumpkin spice syrup recipe for more ideas

What type of glasses do you serve a margarita in?

You can serve these margaritas in a classic margarita-style glass, or you can use a set of rocks glasses.

Are margaritas served with ice?

Typically, margaritas are either served with ice, called “on the rocks”, or are served frozen.

Can I use store bought pumpkin syrup instead of making my own?

Yes you can you a storebought pumpkin spice syrup. However, you may need to adjust the quantity added. The flavor may also have a slightly artificial taste.

A pumpkin spice margarita garnished with lime, with fall leaves in the background.
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Overhead view of an orange pumpkin spice margarita, garnished with lime slices, next to an orange pumpkin.

Pumpkin Spice Margarita


  • Author: Ali
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 1 margarita 1x
  • Diet: Vegan
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Description

This pumpkin spice margarita is a refreshing fall cocktail that’s made with a homemade pumpkin spice simple syrup. Citrusy, sweet & pumpkin-spiced, this is the best cocktail for the transition into the colder weather!


Ingredients

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  • Pumpkin Spice Syrup:
    • ½ cup pumpkin purée
    • ½ cup brown sugar, packed
    • ½ cup water
    • 2 tsp pumpkin pie spice
    • ½ tsp cinnamon
    • ½ tsp vanilla extract
  • Pumpkin Spice Margarita:
    • 2 oz pumpkin spice syrup
    • 1 ½ oz tequila
    • 1 oz Cointreau 
    • ½ oz lime juice, freshly squeezed

Instructions

Pumpkin Spice Syrup:

  1. Add the pumpkin purée, brown sugar, water, pumpkin pie spice and cinnamon to a medium saucepan. Heat over medium to high heat, whisking occasionally.
  2. Continue to heat, bringing the mixture to a gentle simmer. Simmer for 3 to 5 minutes until the brown sugar has fully dissolved and the syrup is smooth. 
  3. Remove the pumpkin syrup from the heat and let cool for 5 minutes. Pass the mixture through a cheesecloth to strain out all the pumpkin purée. You should be left with a smooth, liquid syrup. 
  4. Let the syrup cool for a few minutes before using it in the margarita. 

 

Pumpkin Spice Margarita:

  1. Add the pumpkin spice syrup, tequila, Cointreau and lime juice to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. 
  2. Shake well for 5 to 8 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosted. Strain well and pour into a chilled cocktail glass. Enjoy responsibly!

Notes

  • Store leftover pumpkin spice syrup in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a week. For ideas on other ways to use pumpkin syrup, see the pumpkin spice syrup recipe.
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Cocktails
  • Method: Stovetop
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 margarita
  • Calories: 391
  • Sugar: 54g
  • Sodium: 17mg
  • Fat: 0.4g
  • Saturated Fat: 0.4g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 60g
  • Fiber: 2.5g
  • Protein: 0.9g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg

Keywords: pumpkin cocktails, fall cocktails, margarita recipe

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