Festive Pumpkin Rum Delight
This delightful cocktail, known as the Thanksgiving Nog, is a rich and creamy rum-based drink that captures the essence of autumn. It combines the warm flavors of pumpkin, spices, and rum to create a comforting and festive beverage, perfect for the holiday season. The blend of heavy cream, pumpkin puree, and a touch of maple syrup results in a velvety smooth texture, while the addition of rum provides a delightful kick that complements the seasonal flavors. Whether served as a special treat for Thanksgiving or as a cozy drink on a chilly evening, the Thanksgiving Nog is sure to become a favorite among your autumn cocktail recipes.
Festive Pumpkin Rum Delight
A creamy and indulgent rum-based cocktail infused with pumpkin, spices, and a hint of maple syrup, perfect for celebrating the autumn season.
Ingredients
- 1.50 oz Dark Rum
- 1 oz Water
- 1 oz Heavy Cream
- 1/3 cup Pumpkin Puree
- 1 tbsp Brown Sugar
- 1 tsp Maple Syrup
- 1/4 tsp Vanilla Extract
- 1/8 tsp Pumpkin Pie Spice
- A dollop of Whipped Cream
- 1 Cinnamon Stick
Instructions
- In a saucepan, combine water, heavy cream, brown sugar, maple syrup, and pumpkin pie spice.
- Simmer the mixture on low heat, stirring frequently for about 5 minutes.
- Stir in the pumpkin puree and continue to simmer for an additional 15 minutes until the mixture thickens to a creamy consistency.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the dark rum.
- Ladle the warm, spiced mixture into a mug.
- Garnish with a dollop of whipped cream and a sprinkle of ground cinnamon.
- Add a cinnamon stick for a festive touch and serve warm.