This cozy homemade pumpkin spice soda recipe combines the classic flavors of pumpkin spice with sparkling water for a seasonal soda that’s perfect for fall. It’s made using a pumpkin spice syrup so it’s basically a sippable pumpkin pie soda; what’s better than that?!
After over a decade of creating home-crafted beverages, you learn to get a little creative. This pumpkin spice simple syrup is the perfect syrup to keep on hand all season long, when you’re in the mood to turn every beverage into a pumpkin-inspired drink! 👻
Serve this soda with some spooky mummy rice krispie treats and you’ve got a scary good start to any Halloween party! This soda is also easily made into a cocktail, just add an ounce or two of vodka or rum for a quick seasonal libation!
why this pumpkin soda recipe works:
🎃 seasonal & fun. This pumpkin spice soda is a bubbly, seasonal, fun way to enjoy the flavors of pumpkin spice! The best part is that it doesn’t have only spices, but actual real pumpkin flavor!
🍂 cozy & refreshing. This soda is both cozy and inviting and crisp and refreshing. The warming spices bring the perfect fall flavor, while the crisp seltzer water keeps things light and bubbly.
♻️ easy to customize. When you are making your own sodas at home, you can customize them to your liking. You can make it as sweet as you like, and you can add whipped cream, heavy cream, or non-dairy milk to make a beverage closer to an Italian soda!
🛒 ingredients
See the recipe card for the exact quantities.
🍳 instructions
Step 1: Fill your preferred glass with ice.
Step 2: Add pumpkin spice simple syrup to the glass.
Step 3: Fill the rest of the glass with unflavored soda water.
Step 4: Top with whipped cream, which is optional, but delicious.
Step 5: Garnish with a light dusting of pumpkin spice or a mellowcreme pumpkin for a fun touch.
Step 6: You can also garnish with a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately.
Hint: Serve your pumpkin spice soda quickly after making it to preserve the maximum amount of bubbles!
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💡tips & tricks for getting it right
🍽️ serving tips
- This beverage is best served immediately after making because of the bubbly seltzer water.
- You can serve it at a party or Halloween movie night for a sweet and refreshing treat!
- It’s also a great soda to serve at birthday parties during the month of October or as a mocktail for Halloween parties.
Choose your glass
- Pick a glass that can hold at least 12 – 16 ounces so you can use a whole can of seltzer water + your syrup and ice.
- You can use a smaller glass and split a can of seltzer water between two servings.
- Choose a fun cocktail glass like champagne flutes if you want to serve this as a mocktail!
ℹ️ troubleshooting tips
Make sure to use unflavored seltzer water, or sparkling water, for this recipe. Do not use sparkling mineral water or tonic water, as it changes the flavor profile of this homemade soda.
- too sweet – if your soda is too sweet, you can add more soda water to round out the flavor. You can also add a bit of lemon juice to cut the sweetness.
- not sweet enough – if your soda isn’t sweet or flavorful enough, add more pumpkin spice simple syrup to boost the flavor!
⚖️ scaling tips
This recipe is perfect for a party! Grab a 2-liter bottle of sparkling water or club soda and pour it into a large pitcher. Next, add in 1/2 cup of candy corn syrup. Serve immediately to a crowd at a Halloween party!
Prepping for a party? You can pour out a little bit of soda water from the 2-liter bottle, then fill it back up with candy corn simple syrup. Then, you can stash it in the fridge until your party!
You can even create custom labels on your computer for your sodas for a really fun presentation!
🔆 top tip
Always start with less syrup than you think you’ll like in your soda, then increase the amount from there. You can always add more, but you can’t take it away!
♻️ substitutions & variations
Missing an ingredient? No problem. Check out these tried-and-true substitutions, or comment below with your question. I’m here to help you troubleshoot!
- sparkling apple juice – you can add in a splash of sparkling apple cider to give this soda a flavor similar to a certain Wizard from Hogwarts. 🧙♀️
- club soda – you can swap club soda for seltzer water or sparkling water with little to no effect on flavor.
- cream or milk – Add a splash of heavy cream or milk for a creamy soda like this strawberry Italian soda.
- alcoholic – Turn this into an adult beverage by adding a shot of vanilla vodka or spiced rum to the mixture.
- ice cream float – Add a scoop of vanilla or caramel ice cream for a real sweet ice cream treat!
🧰 equipment needed & storage tips
🫙 storage tips
Since this beverage is bubbly, it doesn’t store well for an extended amount of time.
If you do need to store it, you can do so in a bottle with a stopper that can accommodate carbonation. Just be careful when you open the bottle because the pressure may have built in the bottle.
Do not plan to store it for more than 24 hours.
💬 q+a
What kind of sparkling water is best to use for homemade sodas?
Use plain, unflavored sparkling water, seltzer water, or club soda for making homemade soda pops. Do not use sparkling mineral water or tonic water as they have additional minerals and ingredients that can change the flavor profile of the finished beverage.
Can I make this recipe using a SodaStream or homemade soda maker?
Yes! Always be sure to follow your manufacturer’s instructions when using a homemade soda water machine.Add image
How long does this homemade pumpkin spice soda last?
Since the soda is carbonated, it doesn’t last long after serving. It’s best to serve this soda immediately after making it or store it in a bottle that can accommodate the carbonation. Do not store it for longer than 24 hours to maintain maximum bubbles.
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Pumpkin Spice Soda (Pumpkin Pie Soda with Pumpkin Syrup)
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Equipment
- 1 drinking glass 12 – 16 ounce capacity
- 1 straw
- 1 cocktail mixing spoon optional
Ingredients
- 1 ounce pumpkin spice simple syrup
- 12 ounces soda water
- ice to fill glass
- whipped cream optional, for topping
- pumpkin spice mix optional, for topping
- cinnamon stick optional, for garnish
Instructions
- Fill your preferred glass with ice.
- Pour 1 ounce of pumpkin spice simple syrup into the glass.
- Add soda water to the glass, filling until it is full.
- Garnish with whipped cream, a dash of pumpkin spice, and a cinnamon stick.
- Drizzle on additional pumpkin spice simple syrup if desired, and serve immediately with a straw.
Nutrition Information
The information provided is an estimate based on an online nutrition facts calculator and actual nutrition facts may vary.
Can’t wait to try – looks amazing!
Thanks so much, Seanin! I hope you love this fun soda! 🥰