Starbucks Pumpkin Spice Syrup (Printer-Friendly Version)

A cozy blend of pumpkin and spices, ideal for boosting fall drinks and treats with warm autumn flavors.

# What You'll Need:

→ Liquids

01 - 1 cup water
02 - 1 teaspoon vanilla extract

→ Sweeteners

03 - 1 cup brown sugar (or monkfruit for sugar-free alternative)

→ Pumpkin

04 - 2 tablespoons pumpkin purée (not pie filling)

→ Spices

05 - 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
06 - ½ teaspoon ground ginger
07 - ¼ teaspoon ground nutmeg
08 - ¼ teaspoon ground cloves

# Steps to Follow:

01 - Combine water and brown sugar in a small saucepan over medium heat. Stir continuously until the sugar is completely dissolved.
02 - Add cinnamon, ground ginger, nutmeg, and cloves to the saucepan. Stir and allow the mixture to simmer for 2 to 3 minutes to release the spices' aroma.
03 - Whisk in pumpkin purée and vanilla extract until fully combined and smooth.
04 - Reduce heat to low and let the mixture simmer gently for 5 to 7 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the syrup thickens slightly.
05 - Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool completely. Strain to achieve a smoother texture if desired. Transfer to a clean, airtight glass container.
06 - Store the syrup in the refrigerator for up to two weeks. Shake well before each use to recombine any natural separation.

# Additional Tips:

01 - Use pure pumpkin purée rather than pumpkin pie filling for authentic flavor and texture.
02 - Sweetness can be adjusted by substituting or varying sugar quantity, using monkfruit or maple syrup as alternatives.
03 - Straining the syrup enhances smoothness, especially when used in cold beverages.
04 - For long-term storage and convenient servings, freeze syrup in ice cube trays.
05 - Shake well prior to use due to natural ingredient separation during storage.