5 Perfect Pumpkin Drinks
Cozy sweaters, cooler weather, and pumpkin-flavored everything. Autumn has arrived, and we’re welcoming it with the seasonal sips below.
Pumpkin Chai Concentrate at North Fork Chai Co.
Pumpkin Chai Concentrate at North Fork Chai Co.
Lightly sweetened and made with real pumpkin purée and black tea—plus warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, and chili flakes—this concentrate can be mixed with your milk of choice and either warmed or served over ice. Add a shot of espresso to make a “dirty chai,” or use the concentrate in cocktails or baked goods. 661 Newcastle Road, Suite B, Newcastle, 916-663-3675, northforkchaico.com
Lightly sweetened and made with real pumpkin purée and black tea—plus warming spices like ginger, cinnamon, cardamom, cloves, nutmeg, and chili flakes—this concentrate can be mixed with your milk of choice and either warmed or served over ice. Add a shot of espresso to make a “dirty chai,” or use the concentrate in cocktails or baked goods. 661 Newcastle Road, Suite B, Newcastle, 916-663-3675, northforkchaico.com
Pumpkin White Russian at Bar 101 Eats & Drinks
Pumpkin White Russian at Bar 101 Eats & Drinks
Drink your dessert with this creamy, caffeinated, and boozy libation featuring locally distilled CAS 1854 vodka, Kahlua, pumpkin spice liqueur, and everything else nice—like a heavy swirl of whipped cream and dusting of sweet cinnamon. For all the pumpkin pie—and liquor—lovers out there, this one’s for you. 101 Main Street, Roseville, 916-774-0505, bar101roseville.com
NOTE: As of press time, Bar 101 is temporarily closed due to COVID-19.
Drink your dessert with this creamy, caffeinated, and boozy libation featuring locally distilled CAS 1854 vodka, Kahlua, pumpkin spice liqueur, and everything else nice—like a heavy swirl of whipped cream and dusting of sweet cinnamon. For all the pumpkin pie—and liquor—lovers out there, this one’s for you. 101 Main Street, Roseville, 916-774-0505, bar101roseville.com
NOTE: As of press time, Bar 101 is temporarily closed due to COVID-19.
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie at Nékter Juice Bar
Pumpkin Spice Smoothie at Nékter Juice Bar
Who said smoothies are strictly for summer? When they include ingredients like pumpkin purée, bananas, dates, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, agave, and house-made cashew milk, there’s no reason not to indulge as the temps dip down. Freshly blended, this vegan treat from Nékter Juice Bar is also full of fiber, iron, potassium, and vitamins A and E. 900 East Bidwell Street, Folsom, 916-790-8420; 1410 East Roseville Parkway, Roseville, 916-771-0428, nekterjuicebar.com
Who said smoothies are strictly for summer? When they include ingredients like pumpkin purée, bananas, dates, pumpkin spice, cinnamon, agave, and house-made cashew milk, there’s no reason not to indulge as the temps dip down. Freshly blended, this vegan treat from Nékter Juice Bar is also full of fiber, iron, potassium, and vitamins A and E. 900 East Bidwell Street, Folsom, 916-790-8420; 1410 East Roseville Parkway, Roseville, 916-771-0428, nekterjuicebar.com
Pumpkin Spice Latte at Argos Caffe
Pumpkin Spice Latte at Argos Caffe
There’s a latte to love about Argos’ PSL. Instead of being packed with fake, pumpkin-flavored, and overly sugary syrup, the version here is chock-full of actual organic pumpkin, in-house roasted espresso, autumnal spices, and perfectly steamed milk (or alternate milk, including oat, almond, and soy)—so you can feel good sipping it and supporting local. 195 Blue Ravine Road, Suite 100, Folsom, 916-293-8256, argoscaffe.com
There’s a latte to love about Argos’ PSL. Instead of being packed with fake, pumpkin-flavored, and overly sugary syrup, the version here is chock-full of actual organic pumpkin, in-house roasted espresso, autumnal spices, and perfectly steamed milk (or alternate milk, including oat, almond, and soy)—so you can feel good sipping it and supporting local. 195 Blue Ravine Road, Suite 100, Folsom, 916-293-8256, argoscaffe.com
Pumpkin Spice Ale at Jack Russell Farm Brewery
Pumpkin Spice Ale at Jack Russell Farm Brewery
Toast to autumn with Jack Russell’s popular pumpkin-flavored, golden-hued ale. This fall favorite has notes of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove without being too sweet and is the perfect way to end, or begin, a day of Apple Hill adventuring. At 8% ABV, it’s potent but not overpowering. 2380 Larsen Drive, Camino, 530-647-6222, facebook.com/jackrussellfarmbrewery
Toast to autumn with Jack Russell’s popular pumpkin-flavored, golden-hued ale. This fall favorite has notes of pumpkin, cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, and clove without being too sweet and is the perfect way to end, or begin, a day of Apple Hill adventuring. At 8% ABV, it’s potent but not overpowering. 2380 Larsen Drive, Camino, 530-647-6222, facebook.com/jackrussellfarmbrewery
Compiled by Megan Wiskus
North Fork Chai Co. photo by Wesley Bigelow. Other drink photos courtesy of their respective companies or organizations.