The Pumpkin Mocktail Sour is a delicious blend of black tea, Meyer lemon, pumpkin puree, aquafaba, maple syrup, turmeric, and a dash of pumpkin pie spice!

If you love pumpkin drinks, you’ll also want to try my Pumpkin Butter Whiskey Smash (Easy 3-Ingredient Cocktail) and Pumpkin Punch Recipe (Cocktail & Mocktail).

A coupe glass with orange liquid is topped with foam, a sprinkle of spice, and star anise. Cinnamon and pumpkins are on the table.


The Pumpkin Mocktail Sour tastes like pumpkin pie! Instead of alcohol, this mocktail uses a black tea base. I used Meyer lemon, with its mild, citrusy notes, but you can use regular lemon if you prefer drinks on the more tart side. I had canned pumpkin puree on hand, and it worked great!

Creating a foamy texture was a breeze with aquafaba, which is just the liquid from a can of garbanzo beans. If you need to sub, an egg white has the same effect. Dashes of turmeric and pumpkin pie spice round out the drink, infusing it with cozy spices.

Recipe Ingredients

  • Black Tea: Chilled black tea is the base of the mocktail. I like English breakfast or earl grey.
  • Lemon Juice: I used Meyer lemon juice which has a milder, sweeter profile, regular lemons would also worl.
  • Pumpkin Puree: Canned pumpkin puree works great and is a huge time saver! Look for pure pumpkin puree.
  • Aquafaba: Aquafaba, the liquid from a can of garbanzo beans, creates a rich, foamy texture. If you prefer, you can substitute it with 1 egg white.
  • Pure Maple Syrup: A touch of pure maple syrup adds sweetness and warmth.
  • Turmeric: A dash of turmeric brings a warm, golden hue and a subtle spice.
  • Pumpkin Pie Spice: No pumpkin-themed drink would be complete without a dash of pumpkin pie spice โ€“ a combo of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger and clove.
  • Star Anise: Elevate your presentation with a finishing touch of star anise.

Tools & Equipment

Tools & Equipment

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How to Make This Recipe

Step 1: Start by brewing a fresh cup of black tea, and let it chill.

Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, combine the chilled black tea, lemon juice, pumpkin puree, aquafaba, pure maple syrup, turmeric, and a dash of pumpkin pie spice. Give it a dry shake – without ice – until it turns foamy. Next, add 2-3 ice cubes to the shaker, and give it a good shake until the cubes are melted and mixture is foamy.

Step 3: Pour the Pumpkin Mocktail Sour into a coupe glass, and top it with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice and a star anise for garnish. Cheers!

A coupe glass with orange liquid is topped with foam, a sprinkle of spice, and star anise. Cinnamon and pumpkins are on the table.

Tips for Making a Pumpkin Mocktail Sour

  • Adjust the drink your taste before pouring into the glass with more lemon or maple syrup.
  • Cocktail version: Pumpkin Pie Whiskey Sour

What is Meyer Lemon?

Meyer lemons, unlike their more traditional counterparts, bring a unique touch to the mocktail. They offer a milder, sweeter, and slightly floral flavor profile, making them an ideal choice to balance the tartness in this drink. If you decide to substitute them with regular lemons, remember that your drink may lean towards the tangy side, so be sure to adjust accordingly.

More Fall Mocktails to Try

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A coupe glass with orange liquid is topped with foam, a sprinkle of spice, and star anise. Cinnamon and pumpkins are on the table.
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Pumpkin Sour Mocktail

Prep: 10 minutes
Total Time: 10 minutes
The Pumpkin Mocktail Sour combines chilled black tea, Meyer lemon, pumpkin puree, aquafaba, maple syrup, turmeric, and a dash of pumpkin pie spice!
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 oz black tea, chilled
  • 3/4 oz meyer lemon juice
  • 1/2 tbsp pumpkin puree
  • 3/4 oz aquafaba
  • 3/4 oz pure maple syrup
  • Dash of turmeric
  • Dash pumpkin pie spice
  • For garnish: star anise

Instructions
 

  • Brew black tea and chill.
  • Add black tea, juice from meyer lemon, pumpkin puree, aquafaba, maple syrup, turmeric and pumpkin pie spice to a cocktail shaker and dry shake (without ice) until foamy. Add 2-3 large ice cubes and shake until cubes are melted. Pour into a coupe glass.
  • Top with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice and star anise, if desired.

Notes

  • Adjust the drink your taste before pouring into the glass with more lemon or maple syrup.
  • Cocktail version: Pumpkin Pie Whiskey Sour
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