Spiced Pumpkin Syrup

1. In a medium saucepan, bring the water, honey, cinnamon and ginger to a boil. Boil rapidly for 2-3 minutes.
2. Remove from the heat; add the pumpkin purée and vanilla.
3. Strain into a container.
4. Cool to lukewarm. Cover and refrigerate. 

Punch

1. Hollow out the pumpkin to form a punch bowl.
2. Into the pumpkin pour the pumpkin syrup, Chic Choc spiced rum, orange and lemon juices and the Angostura bitters.
3. Add 1 liter of root beer (or more to taste), ice cubes, orange slices and cinnamon sticks.
4. Serve in ice-filled glasses.