This Bourbon Pumpkin Spritz is your fall cocktail upgrade, rich with autumn flavor, just the right amount of spice, and a fizzy finish that keeps things light, bright, and anything but basic. It combines bourbon with pumpkin butter, Cynar (an Italian amaro made from artichokes), and a blend of smoked cinnamon bitters and aromatic bitters to create something that feels undeniably seasonal.
A splash of prosecco and sparkling water on top lightens it up and adds that festive spritz element that makes it perfect for brunch, happy hour, or your next cozy gathering.
If you’ve been searching for a pumpkin spice cocktail that isn’t cloying or overly dessert-y, this is your drink. It’s sweet, spiced, balanced, and just a little bit bitter, in the best possible way.
⭐ Ingredients
- Pumpkin Butter: pumpkin that has been cooked down with sugar and spices and acts as the sweet base of the cocktail.
- Bourbon: Adds warmth, richness, and that classic fall cocktail depth.
- Cynar: A bitter Italian liqueur made with artichokes and herbs, adds balance and a little bitterness.
- Smoked Cinnamon Bitters: A smoky spice element that ties in perfectly with pumpkin.
- Aromatic Bitters: Brightens the cocktail and brings more spice and flavor.
- Prosecco & Sparkling Water: A bubbly duo that turns this into a true spritz.
See recipe card for quantities.
🥂 How to make this cocktail:
- Step 1: Start by adding 1 tablespoon of pumpkin butter, 1 ½ ounces of bourbon, ½ ounce of Cynar, 1 dash of Aromatic bitters, and 1 dash of smoked cinnamon bitters to a shaker filled with ice. Shake for 30 seconds.
- Step 2: Pour into a spritz glass filled with ice.
- Step 3: Top with 3-4 ounces of Prosecco and 1 ounce of sparkling water.
- Step 4: Garnish with grated cinnamon and star anise.
🎃 Expert Tips
- Use real pumpkin butter (not purée) for a smoother texture and richer flavor.
- Don’t skip the Cynar: Its bitterness offsets the sweetness and brings a gorgeous herbal note.
- Adjust the fizz: Add more sparkling water if you want it lighter; less if you like it boozier.
- Garnish like a pro: A cinnamon stick, star anise, or even a dehydrated orange slice makes for the perfect fall spritz finish.
Bourbon Pumpkin Spritz
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 drink 1x
- Category: cocktail
- Method: shaken
- Cuisine: american
Description
This Bourbon Pumpkin Spritz is your fall cocktail upgrade, rich with autumn flavor, just the right amount of spice, and a fizzy finish that keeps things light, bright, and anything but basic.
Ingredients
- 1 tablespoon pumpkin butter
- 1 ½ ounces bourbon
- ½ ounce Cynar
- 1 dash aromatic bitters
- 1 dash smoked cinnamon bitters
- 3-4 ounces prosecco
- 1 ounce sparkling water
Instructions
- Start by adding 1 tablespoon of pumpkin butter, 1 ½ ounces of bourbon, ½ ounce of Cynar, 1 dash of Aromatic bitters, and 1 dash of smoked cinnamon bitters to a shaker filled with ice. Shake for 30 seconds.
- Pour into a spritz glass filled with ice.
- Top with 3-4 ounces of Prosecco and 1 ounce of sparkling water.
- Garnish with grated cinnamon and star anise.
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