Honey Pumpkin Whiskey Smash Recipe
Skip the pie, add the whiskey. Honey pumpkin whiskey smash cocktails are what we will be sipping on all fall. Simple to make and easier to drink with just the right amount of sweetness, pumpkin and boozy flavors!
How to Make the Best Honey Pumpkin Whiskey Smash
There’s nothing quite like a festive fall cocktail to celebrate the season, and this honey pumpkin whiskey smash is the perfect way to do it. Skip the pie and reach for a glass instead—this delicious drink combines the warm, seasonal flavors of pumpkin with smooth whiskey, sweet honey, and refreshing mint for a cocktail that’s absolutely irresistible.
What makes this recipe so special is the homemade pumpkin syrup. Unlike overly complicated fall drinks, this one is refreshingly simple: just pumpkin purée, honey, and water simmered together to create a luscious base. The syrup keeps for up to two weeks in the refrigerator, so you can batch-make it and enjoy these cocktails throughout the fall season.
The muddled mint adds a bright, fresh contrast to the rich pumpkin and whiskey flavors, while the lemon juice brings just the right amount of tartness to balance the sweetness. Whether you’re hosting a Thanksgiving gathering or simply settling in for a cozy autumn evening, this honey pumpkin whiskey smash is sure to become your new fall favorite.
Honey Pumpkin Whiskey Smash
Skip the pie, add the whiskey. Honey pumpkin whiskey smash cocktails are what we will be sipping on all fall. Simple to make and easier to drink with just the right amount of sweetness, pumpkin and boozy flavors!
Ingredients
For the Pumpkin Syrup
For the Cocktail
Instructions
Make the Pumpkin Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine the pumpkin purée, honey, and water.
- Bring to a slow boil, whisking occasionally to remove any clumps.
- Once the mixture starts to boil, remove from heat and cool completely.
Build the Cocktail
- In a cocktail shaker, smash the mint leaves with a little crushed ice using a muddler.
- Add the whiskey, splash of lemon juice, and ice cubes to the cocktail shaker.
- Cover and shake for 10 to 15 seconds and double strain over a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
- Garnish with fresh grated nutmeg and fresh mint, then serve.
Notes
- Make the pumpkin syrup ahead of time and store in the refrigerator for up to two weeks.
- For a smoother texture, strain the cooled syrup through a fine-mesh sieve.
- This recipe makes enough pumpkin syrup for multiple cocktails—perfect for fall gatherings.