The Pumpkin Pie Martini is a cozy, fall-inspired cocktail that brings the warm, comforting flavors of pumpkin pie into a glass. Made with vanilla vodka, aged rum, creamy half and half, and real pumpkin puree, this cocktail is sweetened with maple syrup and spiced with classic pumpkin pie spices. Topped with a swirl of whipped cream, it’s the perfect drink to enjoy as the weather cools and the leaves begin to change.
Tasting Notes
The first sip of the Pumpkin Pie Martini is smooth and creamy, with a rich pumpkin flavor that comes through immediately, balanced by the gentle warmth of the aged rum and vanilla vodka. The sweetness from the maple syrup adds a deep, natural sweetness that blends beautifully with the pumpkin pie spices, giving the drink that signature holiday feel.
As the flavors settle, the spiciness of the pumpkin pie spices lingers on your palate, with hints of cinnamon, nutmeg, and cloves providing warmth and complexity. The half and half adds a velvety texture that makes the drink feel indulgent, while the whipped cream on top adds a playful touch of sweetness to each sip, making it feel like you’re drinking dessert in a glass.
Tips & Tricks
Enhance the flavor by rimming the glass with a mixture of sugar, cinnamon, and nutmeg. It adds a sweet and spicy touch to every sip and looks festive.
For a caffeinated kick, add a shot of espresso or cold brew coffee. This transforms the drink into a pumpkin-spiced espresso martini, perfect for coffee lovers.
Recipe Card
Pumpkin Pie Martini
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz vanilla vodka
- 1.5 oz aged rum
- 4 oz canned pumpkin puree
- 1.5 oz maple syrup
- 4 oz half n half
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spices
- whipped cream for garnish
Instructions
- In a shaker add some ice plus all of your ingredients (except the whipped cream).
- Shake very well to chill and combine.
- Divide drink into two martini glasses.
- Top with whipped cream and sprinkle some spices for garnish.
