Description
This easy Harry Potter-inspired pumpkin juice is a refreshing, lightly spiced autumn drink made with real pumpkin, apple juice, and cozy spices. Perfect for movie marathons, parties, or cozy afternoons, it’s vegan, gluten-free, and ready in under 10 minutes.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 cups (480ml) 100% apple juice (unsweetened or regular)
- 1/2 cup (120g) pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
- 1/3 cup (80ml) apricot nectar or peach juice
- 1/4 cup (60ml) cold water
- 1 tbsp (15ml) lemon juice (fresh-squeezed preferred)
- 1/2 tsp (2g) ground cinnamon
- 1/4 tsp (1g) ground ginger
- 1/8 tsp (0.5g) ground nutmeg (optional)
- Pinch ground cloves
- 1–2 tbsp (15-30g) brown sugar or maple syrup (to taste)
- 1/2 tsp (2ml) vanilla extract (optional)
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients and equipment. Ensure pumpkin puree is smooth.
- Pour apple juice, apricot nectar (or peach juice), cold water, and lemon juice into a large pitcher. Whisk gently to combine.
- Add pumpkin puree and whisk or blend until completely smooth.
- Sprinkle in cinnamon, ginger, nutmeg, and cloves. Whisk well to avoid clumps.
- Add brown sugar or maple syrup, starting with less and tasting as you go. Add a pinch of salt and vanilla extract if using. Whisk until dissolved.
- Taste and adjust: add more water for thinner juice, more lemon for brightness, or more apple juice to mellow spices.
- Optional: Strain through a fine mesh strainer for a smooth finish.
- Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour to let flavors meld. Alternatively, serve immediately over ice.
- Pour chilled pumpkin juice into glasses or jars. Garnish with cinnamon stick or sprinkle of ground cinnamon if desired.
Notes
For best flavor, chill for at least 1 hour before serving. Adjust spices and sweetness to taste. Strain for a smoother texture if desired. Substitute apricot nectar with peach, mango, or orange juice if needed. Stir before serving as pumpkin may settle. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3 days.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 8 oz (240ml) per serving
- Calories: 90
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 10
- Carbohydrates: 22
- Fiber: 2
- Protein: 1
Keywords: pumpkin juice, Harry Potter, autumn drink, vegan, gluten-free, copycat recipe, pumpkin spice, party punch, easy drinks