Author: Rboston

McKenzie’s Pumpkin Jack Hard Cider

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McKenzie’s “Pumpkin Jack” Fall Seasonal Hard Cider!

  • VERY Sweet
  • Reminded me and my date of a mulled spiced wine
  • Not terrible, but I personally couldn’t drink more than 1

I could, however, rate my company a 10 and he could drink two. He liked it. It reminded him of home….. Since he lives in a mulled spiced wine factory next to a dumpster. 🙂

Pumpkin Score: 1 out of 5 Pumpkins

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New Belgium Brewing Co.: Pumpkick

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This has been the best Pumpkin beer I have tried to date. [too bad it turned me down]… badum ching! 

I found this at The Local in Astoria on draft. Not sure if it was the two autumn cocktails before at DiWine, but this beer was just perfect. Once again, being surrounded with great company makes everything taste better.

 

Pumpkin Score: 6 out of 5 Pumpkins

Smoked Pumpkin @ The Rickey – Dream Hotel Midtown

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  • 1 oz Ketel One Orange
  • 1 oz Ilegal Mezcal
  • .25 oz Lime juice
  • 2 Bar-spoons of Pumpkin Butter
  • 2 dashes Orange Bitters
  • Long orange twist and sprinkle of flaked smoked salt to garnish

210 West 55th St, 646-756-2054, therickey.com

This cocktail was AMAZING! So amazing, I had two, could have had 4, but had to go test other pumpkin beers and cocktails. I also had amazing company to partake in this cocktail which probably made it taste even better. 🙂

I would also suggest this bar as a romantic date night regardless. Very sexy, comfortable and the service was outstanding!

Thank you, The Rickey for being Awesome. PUMP’d to see you again soon.

Pumpkin Score: 7 out of 5 pumpkins!

 

Siggis: Pumpkin & Spice Strained Low-fat Yogurt

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This Icelandic style cream-skyr [thick] is pretty great. I love how rich and smooth the texture is. However, it is a tad tart! But delicious

  • Pumpkin isn’t overpowering, just a hint
  • 110 calories!
  • 15g of Protein!!!
  • Ingredient list is small [love]
  • No artificial anything

I would highly recommend this yogurt even if you don’t like pumpkin spice. Any of the flavors still cover the above list [except pumpkin]. I like that it is similar to a greek yogurt texture wise, but seems better for YOU.

A definite must-try!

Pumpkin Score: 2 out of 5

Yogurt Score: 6 out of 5

 

Nounos: Pumpkin Spice Limited Batch Greek Yogurt

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1st off presentation is key. I loved the glass container instead of a plastic one. Nice touch. Although, it was also $3.50 at the local supermarket. So, you’re definitely paying for it!

This greek yogurt was tasty alone AND with the pumpkin mixed.

  • 170 calories
  • Family owned and operated
  • Pumpkin flavored with cinnamon, clove, and spices.
  • And it’s not Greek-style, It’s authentically Greek. You’ll taste the difference.

Read more about them here

Pumpkin Score: 4 out of 5 Pumpkins

Lagusta’s Luscious Apple Pumpkin Bark

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I had a wonderful human being bring me this chocolate. Thank you, Human.

And woah, how GOURDgeous is this bar??!! I didn’t even want to eat it & that said, after eating it I still didn’t want to eat it. [Sorry, Human].

In terms of PUMPKIN rating:

  • There was No real taste of pumpkin, not even a slight hint.
  • The Dark Chocolate is pretty good.
  • Dried Apple was a tad interesting to pair chocolate with
  • Vegan
  • Organic
  • Fair Trade

Pumpkin Scale: 1 out of 5 Pumpkins

But hey the company was good!

Company Score: 10 out of 5 Pumpkins