Pumpkin Butter Whiskey Sour

Bring the flavors of fall to your cocktail glass with this Pumpkin Butter Whiskey Sour! Raven’s Nest Pumpkin Butter blends with bold rye whiskey, fresh lemon juice, and fragrant garden thyme syrup for a smooth, seasonal cocktail with the perfect balance of sweet, tart, and warming spice.

Finished with a silky foam and a dusting of freshly grated cinnamon, this elevated whiskey sour is perfect for crisp autumn evenings, holiday entertaining, or sipping by the fire. No pumpkin patch required!

Recipe Details

• Yield: 1 cocktail
• Prep Time: 5 minutes
• Glassware: Coupe glass
• Flavor Profile: Warm pumpkin spice, bright citrus, herbal thyme, and smooth rye whiskey

Ingredients

• 2 oz rye whiskey
• ¾ oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 tablespoon Raven’s Nest Pumpkin Butter
• ½ oz garden thyme syrup
• 1 egg white or 4 dashes of Fee Foam
• Ice

For Garnish

• Freshly grated cinnamon
• Fresh thyme sprig

Instructions

1. Make the Garden Thyme Syrup

Add 1 cup sugar, 1 cup water, and 8 fresh thyme sprigs to a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5 minutes, stirring until the sugar dissolves.

Remove from the heat and let steep for 20 minutes. Strain out the thyme and transfer the syrup to a clean, sealed container. Refrigerate for up to 2 weeks.

2. Dry Shake

Add the rye whiskey, lemon juice, Raven’s Nest Pumpkin Butter, garden thyme syrup, and egg white or Fee Foam to a cocktail shaker without ice.

Shake vigorously for about 15 seconds to combine the ingredients and build a silky foam.

3. Shake with Ice

Add ice to the shaker and shake again until thoroughly chilled.

4. Double-Strain

Double-strain into a chilled coupe glass for a smooth, velvety finish.

5. Garnish and Serve

Grate fresh cinnamon over the foam and garnish with a sprig of thyme. Serve immediately and enjoy your taste of fall!

Perfect For

• Fall cocktail hours
• Thanksgiving gatherings
• Holiday dinner parties
• Cozy evenings at home
• Whiskey sour lovers looking for a seasonal twist