Does using pumpkin in the mash lower efficiency?

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AR-Josh

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I have brewed a pumpkin ale for the last two or three years. Every year I miss my initial gravity by almost 10 points. My other all grain batches are nearly spot on. What gives? Any thoughts?
 
It can glue up the mash and cause sparge issues. That can lead to some equipment loss and hit your efficiency.
 
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