Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake Cocktail

The Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake is a rich, creamy, and indulgent drink that captures all the flavors of autumn, but in milkshake form! It’s a mash-up of classic cocktail ingredients like rum, coffee liqueur, and crème de cacao, blended together with pumpkin spice liqueur, coconut milk, and vanilla ice cream.

The result is a thick, milkshake-like beverage that’s bursting with warm, fall flavors. It’s a perfect dessert drink – rich, creamy, sweet and delicious.

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What’s In It?

The Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake includes rum, Kahlua, cream of coconut, creme de cacao and milk, plus pumpkin pie spices and vanilla ice cream.

Tasting Notes

When you take your first sip of the Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake, you notice the rich and creamy texture first. The initial flavor is a blend of pumpkin spice, where the sweet notes of cinnamon and nutmeg contrast beautifully with the creamy coconut milk and vanilla ice cream.

The dark rum adds a caramel notes and the Kahlua introduces a subtle bitterness that balances the sweetness from the ice cream. Crème de cacao adds a silky, chocolate finish that rounds out each sip beautifully.

The graham cracker rim adds an interesting texture and a hint of crunch, giving a nostalgic nod to traditional pumpkin pie crust.

Why You’ll Love the Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake

There are so many reasons why the Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake is the ultimate fall cocktail:

1. Delicious Pumpkin Spice Flavors: The pumpkin spice liqueur, pumpkin pie spice, and optional pumpkin puree or pumpkin butter create a rich, aromatic pumpkin flavor that’s perfect for the autumn season.
2. Creamy, Indulgent Texture: The blend of coconut milk (or heavy cream), vanilla ice cream, and creamy liqueurs results in a thick, milkshake-like consistency that feels decadent and luxurious.
3. Versatile Serving Options: Whether you prefer it blended, on the rocks, or with festive garnishes, the Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake can be customized to suit your mood and occasion.
4. Crowd-Pleasing Appeal: This cocktail will be a hit with both pumpkin spice lovers and anyone who enjoys a rich, creamy, and indulgent beverage. It’s a great option for entertaining or treating yourself.
5. Seasonal Celebration: Sipping on a Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake is the perfect way to celebrate the arrival of fall and all the cozy, comforting flavors that come with it.

Substitution Notes

• Pumpkin spice liqueur can be found seasonally in stores, but if you can’t find it, a combination of vanilla liqueur with a dash of pumpkin spice syrup or pureed pumpkin with extra pumpkin spice seasoning works well.
• You can also substitute a combination of spiced rum and pumpkin puree.
• For an extra dessert-like touch, you could even add a drizzle of caramel syrup on top of the whipped cream.

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Yield: 1 drink

Rum Pumpkin Pie Shake

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The Pumpkin Pie Bushwacker is a rich, creamy, and indulgent drink that captures all the flavors of the autumn, but in Bushwacker form! It's a mash-up of classic cocktail ingredients like rum, coffee liqueur, and
crème de cacao, blended together with pumpkin spice liqueur, coconut
milk, and vanilla ice cream.

Prep Time 8 minutes

Total Time 8 minutes

Ingredients

• 2 oz pumpkin spice liqueur (or pumpkin spice syrup for a non-alcoholic version)
• 1 oz dark rum
• 1 oz coffee liqueur (like Kahlúa)
• 1 oz crème de cacao (or chocolate liqueur)
• 2 oz cream of coconut
• 1/2 cup vanilla ice cream
• 1/4 tsp pumpkin pie spice (plus extra for garnish)

Instructions

1. Dip the rim of the glass in water or a bit of pumpkin spice syrup.
2. Roll the rim in crushed graham crackers and set aside.
3. In a blender, add the pumpkin spice liqueur, spiced rum, coffee liqueur, crème de cacao, coconut milk, vanilla ice cream, pumpkin pie spice, and a handful of ice.
4. Blend until smooth and creamy.
5. Pour the blended cocktail into your prepared glass. The consistency should be thick but pourable, like a milkshake.
6. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle some extra pumpkin pie spice or nutmeg over the top.
7. Add a cinnamon stick for garnish, if desired.

Notes

Optional Garnishes include:

• Whipped cream
• Crushed graham crackers
• Cinnamon stick or nutmeg sprinkle

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