Pumpkin Spice Dark & Stormy Cocktail Recipe for Fall Nights

A recipe for Pumpkin Spice Dark and Stormy — an autumn twist on the classic Dark and Stormy using Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice. This cozy cocktail brings ginger spice and warm pumpkin notes together for chilly afternoons and quiet evenings by the fire. Disclosure: This post was originally brought to you by Kahlúa.

A Pumpkin Spice Dark and Stormy Cocktail on a wooden surface.

Driving through town just before Halloween, the trees were brilliant with autumn color and the light felt golden and crisp. Then I spotted early holiday displays in a favorite shop — shiny ornaments and ribbons already up — and I groaned. Can we at least get through Thanksgiving first?

A glass bottle of ginger beer and slices of lime on a wooden surface.

The next morning, rain moved in and the air turned chilly and blustery. Suddenly I wanted all the cozy, seasonal flavors: a warm blanket, a good book, and a mysterious-sounding cocktail to sip while the weather did its thing. Enter this Pumpkin Spice Dark and Stormy.

Pumpkin Spice Dark and Stormy Cocktail in a glass with a slice of lime on the rim.

This version keeps the Dark and Stormy’s bold foundation of ginger beer and adds Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice for an autumnal twist. The flavored liqueur brings subtle pumpkin spice and coffee notes that round out the sharp ginger bite, creating a layered, slightly mysterious drink that’s perfect for cool evenings.

A bottle of Kahlua Pumpkin Spice on a wooden surface.

Simple to mix and beautiful to serve, this cocktail works for quiet solo moments or relaxed gatherings. Garnish with a lime wedge to brighten the flavors and balance the sweetness. Serve it in a chilled glass for best results.

Cocktails on a wooden surface surrounded by a cutting board, slices of lime, ginger beer and Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice.

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Pumpkin Spice Dark and Stormy

When it gets cold outside, stay cozy with a Pumpkin Spice Dark and Stormy made with Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice.
A Pumpkin Spice Dark and Stormy Cocktail on a wooden surface.
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Prep Time 3 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Servings 1 cocktail
Calories 126kcal
Author Liren Baker

Ingredients

  • ice cubes
  • 3 oz ginger beer
  • 1 oz Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice
  • 1 lime, sliced in wedges

Instructions

  • In a chilled glass, add ice cubes and ginger beer.
  • Top with Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice and garnish with a wedge of lime. Serve immediately. Cheers!

Nutrition

Calories: 126kcal | Carbohydrates: 21g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 8mg | Sugar: 21g
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