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If you have ever wondered how Harry Potter’s delicious Pumpkin Juice is made at Hogwarts, here are the recipe and instructions on how to make it!
As an avid Harry Potter fan, I always wondered what the pumpkin juice in the book tasted like. I finally tried it for the first time during a visit to the The Wizarding World of Harry Potter at Universal Studios in Orlando. I knew at first sip that this was something I had to recreate at home! This Pumpkin Juice recipe tastes exactly like the one I tasted at the park! Slightly spicy with a hint of sweetness and a smooth pumpkin flavor makes it ideal for fall! I love it cold over ice, but it’s also delicious heated up and served in a cozy mug.
What is Pumpkin Juice?
Pumpkin Juice is a Fall-flavored beverage inspired by the Harry Potter series. One thing I loved about the Harry Potter books and movies is the abundance of magically delicious foods and drinks. I dreamed of having a feast in the Great Hall! Pumpkin Juice was always a beverage option at the school. I knew it had to be a tasty drink from context clues in the book. In book two when Harry has to regrow his arm bones after a Quidditch accident, he has to drink a really nasty healing potion and he spits it out. Madame Pomfrey, the school nurse, says, “What did you expect? Pumpkin Juice??” So, obviously it had to be tasty!
Ingredients for Pumpkin Juice
- Apple Cider – If there are any orchards or farms near you that sell fresh apple cider, definitely use that. It will taste so fresh and delicious! If not, store bought cider or even apple juice will work. You can also use apple juice concentrate all made up. If you use orange juice instead of apple juice it will taste a little more like Wassail.
- Pumpkin Puree – This is where you get the pumpkin flavor. It makes the juice a little thicker, but still super smooth. If you want a little thicker and sweeter drink you can also add apricot nectar or apricot puree.
- Sugar – Use a combination of white and brown sugar to add the perfect amount of sweetness.
- Pumpkin Pie Spice – Use this pumpkin spice flavored blend of cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves, and allspice to create the perfect fall beverage.
- Vanilla – The vanilla adds another dimension of flavor to the juice.
- Optional Garnishes – Top your Pumpkin Juice glasses with cinnamon sticks and apple slices for a fun flourish!
How to Make Pumpkin Juice
Start with a large pitcher. Add the apple cider, pumpkin puree, sugar, spices, and vanilla. Stir well and that is it! Make sure to stir the mixture often because the pumpkin and spices will settle at the bottom.
What to Serve with Pumpkin Juice
This would be so fun to serve at fall and Halloween parties. It would also be a delightful addition to your Thanksgiving spread! Whether you are having a Harry Potter movie marathon with your kids, throwing a party for some wizards, or just hanging out with your muggle friends, this recipe is sure to please! For a Harry Potter themed party, be sure to check out our Butterbeer Recipe, Frozen Butterbeer, and our Pumpkin Pasties. For more Halloween themed recipes, look at our Pumpkin Spice Steamer, Candy Apple, and Spicy Roasted Pumpkin Seeds recipes.
Frequently Asked Questions
As of our last trip to Universal, Pumpkin juice is $4.99 at Universal.
A lot of people agree that it tastes like pumpkin pie in a cup!
Yes! You can make this juice up to a week in advance if you store it in the fridge. The ingredients will settle so make sure to give it a really good stir before serving!
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Harry Potter Pumpkin Juice Recipe
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Ingredients
- 4 liters apple cider, apple juice works fine too
- 15 ounces pumpkin puree
- 1/2 cup sugar
- 1/2 cup brown sugar
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- 2 teaspoons vanilla
Instructions
- Combine all ingredients in a large pitcher and stir well.
- Pour over ice in individual glasses, and top with cinnamon sticks and a straw. (Apple slices optional)
- Stir again before each serving to prevent settling.
Notes
Nutrition
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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Cider…
In a beverage aimed at minors. Are you trying to create the next generation of alcoholics?
lol, we don’t give our children hard cider. They also don’t use hard cider at Universal Studios where this is recipe is a copycat from. The recipe calls for apple cider. Not sure if you live in the U.S. or not but apple cider (non-alcoholic) is more common than “hard” cider. Also, we don’t have any alcoholic beverages on our site at all, none of us drink (and never have) which makes your accusation especially surprising. Hope this clears things up!
There was no amounts for the pumpkin juice recipe how much do you use?
The amounts are found in the recipe card at the bottom of the post. You can click “jump to recipe” to get to the correct spot.
Made this for my (now adult) kids for Christmas and nostalgia. Wow – it was really tasty! I also omitted the sugars and chose sparkling cider. Tastes mostly like apples, but the color is spot on for any Potter fan.
It’s a fun recipe, and I’m so happy you liked it! Great for Harry Potter movie marathons.