Something I use in my drink recipes all the time is Simple Syrup. It is easy to make and is a great way to add a little bit of sweetness to a cocktail. As easy as it is to make simple syrup, it is just as easy to make flavored simple syrup by steeping the hot syrup with something to imbue it with flavor. That is exactly what we are doing here to make a delicious homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup. This is just like the syrup you can buy at the store, but is so easy to make at home.
How to Make Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Spices to Make Pumpkin Spice
Just like in our ground pumpkin spice mix, we are using a combination of four seasonings. In this recipe, because this is a syrup, we are using the spices in their whole form, rather than ground.
CinnamonGingerClovesNutmeg
Purchasing Whole Nutmeg
If you don’t want to purchase whole nutmeg, you can either skip it, or you can use ground nutmeg in this recipe. If you choose to use ground nutmeg, after steeping the syrup you will want to strain it at least twice through a cheese cloth.
Sugar Free Pumpkin Spice Syrup
This is a really easy recipe to make sugar free. Replace the sugar in this recipe with a sugar replacement like Swerve or Stevia. Make sure to follow the instructions for each individual brand on the replacement ratio. Truvia, for example, calls for you to replace sugar by about 1/3 the amount. So in this recipe you would keep the water the same but only use 1/3 cup Truvia.
How to Use Pumpkin Spice Syrup
Our favorite way to use pumpkin spice syrup is in coffee in the morning. This replaces any sugar you might add, but also adds that great fall taste. You could also make come iced coffee and add this instead. My favorite way to use it is in my Pumpkin Spice Cold Brew. This is also something that would be really fun to add to cocktails in place of regular simple syrup. It would put a great pumpkin spin on your favorite classic cocktails. We love this Drunk Pumpkin recipe!
Storing and Freezing
This will last in the refrigerator for about a month. As with all things stored in the refrigerator, use your best discretion. If there is any part of the syrup that is discolored, the whole batch should be discarded. Pumpkin Spice Syrup will freeze really well. This would be great to add to ice cube trays and freeze in individual portions so you can use this all fall long.
Other Great Pumpkin Spice Treats
Pumpkin SnickerdoodlesPumpkin FudgePumpkin Bread
If you make this pumpkin spice coffee syrup, leave me a comment and let me know what you think!
