Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
Smooth espresso meets the warm flavors of pumpkin spice and a splash of coffee liqueur, creating a cocktail that’s equal parts comforting and decadent.
Makes: 2 Cocktails
Ingredients:
- 4 oz vodka
- 2 oz espresso or strong coffee cooled
- 2 oz coffee liqueur like Kahlúa
- 1 oz pumpkin spice syrup store-bought or homemade
- Ice
- Ground cinnamon or three espresso beans for garnish
Instructions:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Add vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, and pumpkin spice syrup.
- Shake vigorously until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
- Strain into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with cinnamon or espresso beans.
Tips/Notes
To make your own pumpkin spice syrup:
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup brown sugar (light or dark — dark gives deeper flavor)
- 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice
- ½ teaspoon ground cinnamon (optional for extra warmth)
- ½ teaspoon pure vanilla extract
Instructions
- Combine: In a small saucepan, whisk together the water, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and cinnamon.
- Simmer: Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the sugar dissolves completely — about 5 minutes.
- Add Vanilla: Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract.
- Cool and Store: Let the syrup cool completely, then transfer to a glass jar or airtight bottle. Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
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