Perfect Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
A cozy and electric Halloween cocktail combining rich espresso, warm pumpkin spice, and a smooth vodka base, perfect for fall festivities.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving 1x
- Category: Cocktail
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 shots (about 2 ounces / 60 ml) freshly brewed espresso
- 2 ounces (60 ml) smooth, neutral vodka
- 2 tablespoons (30 grams) pure pumpkin puree
- 1 teaspoon pumpkin spice blend (cinnamon, nutmeg, ginger, cloves)
- 1 ounce (30 ml) simple syrup (equal parts sugar and water)
- 1 ounce (30 ml) Kahlua or coffee liqueur (optional but recommended)
- 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
- Cinnamon stick or ground cinnamon for garnish
Instructions
- Brew two shots (about 2 ounces / 60 ml) of fresh espresso and let cool slightly.
- Prepare simple syrup by dissolving equal parts sugar and hot water; let cool if not pre-made.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, Kahlua, pumpkin puree, pumpkin spice blend, simple syrup, vanilla extract, and espresso shots.
- Add ice cubes to the shaker to chill the mixture without diluting it too much.
- Shake vigorously for 20-30 seconds until cold, frothy, and well combined.
- Strain the cocktail through a fine mesh strainer into a chilled martini glass to remove pumpkin bits and ice shards.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a light dusting of ground cinnamon and serve immediately.
Notes
Use fresh espresso for best flavor. Adjust simple syrup and vodka amounts to balance sweetness and strength. Chill glasses beforehand for a better experience. Strain well to avoid pumpkin pulp. Can substitute strong brewed coffee or cold brew if no espresso machine is available.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (about 4-
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 12
- Sodium: 10
- Fat: 0.5
- Saturated Fat: 0.1
- Carbohydrates: 15
- Fiber: 1
- Protein: 1
Keywords: pumpkin spice, espresso martini, Halloween cocktail, fall cocktail, pumpkin puree, vodka, coffee liqueur