As the leaves start to turn and the crisp autumn air sets in, our minds turn to the warm, comforting flavors of the season. What better way to celebrate than with a glass (or two) of creamy, dreamy pumpkin pie martini? In this article, we’ll take you on a journey through 18 delicious recipes that combine the best of both worlds: the rich, velvety texture of a martini and the sweet, spicy flavors of pumpkin pie. From classic combinations to creative twists, these recipes are sure to become your new fall favorites.
Spiced Pumpkin Pie Martini with Whipped Cream
Experience the warmth of autumn in a glass with this Spiced Pumpkin Pie Martini, featuring rich pumpkin puree, velvety whipped cream, and a hint of spice.
Ingredients:
– 2 ounces pumpkin-infused vodka
– 1 ounce heavy cream
– 1/2 ounce pumpkin puree
– 1/2 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
– Whipped cream and pie crust crumbs for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the vodka, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, nutmeg, and ginger.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
4. Strain the martini into a chilled glass.
5. Top with whipped cream and garnish with pie crust crumbs.
Cooking Time: None! This is a cocktail recipe.
Pumpkin Spice White Russian Martini
Warm up with this autumn-inspired twist on the classic White Russian cocktail, featuring the flavors of pumpkin spice and creamy texture.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 oz coffee liqueur
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/4 oz pumpkin puree
– 1/4 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg
– Ice
– Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, coffee liqueur, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, and simple syrup to the shaker.
3. Add a pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
4. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
6. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! Just mix and serve.
Caramel Drizzle Pumpkin Pie Martini
Elevate your fall festivities with this sweet and savory martini that combines the flavors of pumpkin pie, caramel, and vodka.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 ounces vodka
– 1/2 ounce heavy cream
– 1/2 ounce pumpkin puree
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/2 teaspoon caramel syrup (such as dulce de leche)
– Ice
– Whipped cream and caramel sauce for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the shaker.
3. Shake until chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
5. Drizzle caramel syrup down the side of the glass in a zigzag pattern.
6. Top with whipped cream and additional caramel sauce, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! This is a cocktail recipe.
Bourbon Pumpkin Pie Martini with Cinnamon Rim
This autumn-inspired martini combines the warmth of bourbon with the spices of pumpkin pie, finished with a crunchy cinnamon rim. Perfect for sipping on a chilly fall evening.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz bourbon
– 1/2 oz pumpkin-flavored liqueur
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/4 oz maple syrup
– 1/2 tsp vanilla extract
– Pinch of ground cinnamon
– Ice
Instructions:
1. Rim a martini glass with cinnamon sugar by rubbing a lime wedge around the rim, then dipping into a shallow dish of equal parts sugar and cinnamon.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine bourbon, pumpkin-flavored liqueur, heavy cream, maple syrup, and vanilla extract.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake until chilled.
4. Strain the mixture into the prepared martini glass.
5. Garnish with a sprinkle of cinnamon or a pumpkins-themed pick, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Vanilla Bean Pumpkin Pie Martini
Combine the warm spices of pumpkin pie with the creamy sweetness of vanilla bean and vodka to create a unique and delicious martini perfect for fall gatherings.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 ounces vanilla-flavored vodka
– 1/2 ounce pumpkin-flavored liqueur (such as Pumpkin Spice Schnapps)
– 1/2 ounce heavy cream
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– 1/4 teaspoon vanilla extract
– Ice
– Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, pumpkin liqueur, heavy cream, cinnamon, nutmeg, and vanilla extract.
2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
4. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
Cooking Time: None! This is a cocktail recipe.
Pumpkin Cheesecake Martini with Graham Cracker Rim
Get ready to toast the season with this creamy, dreamy martini that combines the warmth of pumpkin and cheesecake with the crunch of graham cracker.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz Pumpkin-flavored vodka
– 1 oz Cream liqueur
– 1 oz Pumpkin puree
– 1/2 oz Simple syrup
– 1/2 oz Heavy cream
– Pinch of ground cinnamon
– Graham crackers, crushed (for rim)
– Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice (optional)
Instructions:
1. Rim a martini glass with crushed graham crackers.
2. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, cream liqueur, pumpkin puree, simple syrup, and heavy cream. Add a pinch of cinnamon.
3. Shake until chilled and strain into the prepared martini glass.
4. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes ( prep) + chilling time
Maple Glazed Pumpkin Pie Martini
Elevate your cocktail game with this sweet and spicy martini, perfect for fall festivities. The combination of pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and spices will transport you to a cozy autumn evening.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz vodka
– 1 oz pumpkin puree
– 1/2 oz maple syrup
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– Ice
– Whipped cream and cinnamon sticks for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, and heavy cream.
3. Sprinkle cinnamon and nutmeg on top of the mixture.
4. Shake well for about 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
6. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of cinnamon if desired.
Cooking Time: None (just mix and serve!)
Chocolate Swirl Pumpkin Pie Martini
Elevate your holiday gatherings with this unique and delicious Chocolate Swirl Pumpkin Pie Martini. A perfect blend of fall flavors, this martini combines the warmth of pumpkin pie with the richness of dark chocolate.
Ingredients:
– 2 ounces pumpkin-flavored vodka
– 1 ounce Godiva white chocolate liqueur
– 1/2 ounce heavy cream
– 1/2 ounce pumpkin puree
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– Whipped cream and chocolate shavings for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, white chocolate liqueur, heavy cream, pumpkin puree, cinnamon, and nutmeg.
2. Fill the shaker with ice and shake until chilled.
3. Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
4. Garnish with whipped cream and chocolate shavings.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Toasted Marshmallow Pumpkin Pie Martini
A twist on the classic martini, this autumnal cocktail combines the warm spices of pumpkin pie with the toasted sweetness of marshmallows.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz vanilla-flavored vodka
– 1 oz pumpkin puree
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/2 oz simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– 1/4 oz toasted marshmallow syrup (see note)
– Pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg
– Ice
– Whipped cream and toasted marshmallows for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, pumpkin puree, heavy cream, simple syrup, and toasted marshmallow syrup.
3. Add a pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg.
4. Shake until chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
6. Top with whipped cream and toasted marshmallows.
Cooking Time: None! This is a cocktail recipe.
Pumpkin Pie Espresso Martini
Elevate your fall festivities with this unique and delicious Pumpkin Pie Espresso Martini! This refreshing twist on the classic martini combines the warm spices of pumpkin pie with the richness of espresso.
Ingredients:
– 2 ounces vodka
– 1 ounce pumpkin-flavored liqueur (such as Pumpkin Spice Schnapps)
– 1/2 ounce espresso
– 1/2 ounce heavy cream
– 1 tablespoon simple syrup (equal parts water and granulated sugar, dissolved)
– Pinch of ground cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves
– Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, pumpkin liqueur, espresso, heavy cream, and simple syrup.
3. Add a pinch each of cinnamon, nutmeg, and ground cloves.
4. Shake vigorously for 10-12 seconds to combine and chill the ingredients.
5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
6. Top with whipped cream and sprinkle with pumpkin pie spice.
Cooking Time: None – this is a cocktail recipe!
Gingerbread Pumpkin Pie Martini
Combine the warm spices of gingerbread with the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie in this unique and delicious martini. Perfect for the holiday season, this drink is sure to be a hit at any gathering.
Ingredients:
– 2 ounces pumpkin-flavored vodka
– 1 ounce gingerbread-flavored liqueur (such as Domaine de Canton)
– 1/2 ounce heavy cream
– 1/2 ounce simple syrup
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– 1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg
– Pumpkin pie spice, to garnish
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add the pumpkin-flavored vodka, gingerbread-flavored liqueur, heavy cream, and simple syrup.
3. Add a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg.
4. Shake until chilled and strain into a martini glass.
5. Garnish with a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
Cooking Time: None (this is a cocktail recipe!)
Nutty Pumpkin Pie Martini with Hazelnut Liqueur
Escape the ordinary and transport yourself to a fall evening with this unique martini, blending the warmth of pumpkin pie spices with the nutty flavor of hazelnut liqueur.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 oz pumpkin puree
– 1/2 oz hazelnut liqueur
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/4 tsp ground cinnamon
– 1/4 tsp ground nutmeg
– Ice
– Whipped cream and chopped hazelnuts for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, pumpkin puree, hazelnut liqueur, heavy cream, cinnamon, and nutmeg to the shaker.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain the martini into a chilled glass.
5. Garnish with whipped cream and chopped hazelnuts, if desired.
Cooking Time: None! This is a drink, not a dish.
Pumpkin Pie Chai Martini
Warm up with a twist on the classic martini, infused with the flavors of pumpkin pie and chai spices.
Ingredients:
– 2 ounces vodka
– 1 ounce pumpkin-flavored liqueur
– 1/2 ounce chai-infused simple syrup (see below)
– 1/2 ounce heavy cream
– Pinch of ground cinnamon
– Ice
– Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice, for garnish
Chai-Infused Simple Syrup:
– 1 cup water
– 1/2 cup sugar
– 2 tablespoons loose-leaf black tea
– 1 cinnamon stick
– 4-6 whole cloves
Combine water and sugar in a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and add tea, cinnamon stick, and cloves. Simmer for 10 minutes. Strain and let cool.
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, pumpkin liqueur, chai simple syrup, and heavy cream.
3. Add a pinch of ground cinnamon.
4. Shake until chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
5. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
6. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
Cooking Time: None
Coconut Cream Pumpkin Pie Martini
Elevate your cocktail game with this unique and deliciously fall-inspired martini. The combination of coconut cream, pumpkin puree, and spices creates a rich and velvety texture that’s perfect for the holiday season.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz vodka
– 1 oz coconut cream
– 1/2 oz pumpkin puree
– 1/2 oz maple syrup
– 1/4 oz heavy cream
– 1/4 oz lime juice
– Pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg
– Ice
– Lime wheel, for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, coconut cream, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, heavy cream, and lime juice.
2. Add a pinch of ground cinnamon and nutmeg to the mixture.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
4. Strain the martini into a chilled glass.
5. Garnish with a lime wheel.
Cooking Time: None (just mix and serve!)
Pumpkin Pie Martini with RumChata
Celebrate the flavors of fall with this creamy and indulgent Pumpkin Pie Martini, featuring the sweet and spicy notes of RumChata.
Ingredients:
– 2 oz vodka
– 1 oz RumChata
– 1/2 oz pumpkin puree
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1 tsp vanilla extract
– Pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg
– Ice
– Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Add vodka, RumChata, pumpkin puree, heavy cream, and vanilla extract.
3. Shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
5. Sprinkle a pinch of cinnamon and nutmeg on top (optional).
6. Garnish with whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Brown Butter Pumpkin Pie Martini
Combine the comforting flavors of pumpkin pie with the rich, nutty taste of brown butter in this unique martini recipe. Perfect for fall gatherings or as a seasonal treat any time of the year.
Ingredients:
• 1 1/2 oz vodka
• 1/2 oz pumpkin puree
• 1/2 oz heavy cream
• 1/4 oz brown butter syrup (see note)
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Pinch of cinnamon
• Ice
• Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, pumpkin puree, heavy cream, brown butter syrup, and vanilla extract.
2. Add a pinch of cinnamon and fill with ice.
3. Shake until chilled and strain into a martini glass.
4. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.
Cooking Time: None! Just shake and serve.
Pumpkin Pie Martini with Amaretto
A twist on the classic martini, this autumnal cocktail combines the warm spices of pumpkin pie with the nutty flavor of amaretto.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 ounces vodka
– 1/2 ounce pumpkin puree
– 1/2 ounce amaretto liqueur
– 1/2 ounce heavy cream
– 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
– Pinch of ground nutmeg
– Ice
– Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice for garnish (optional)
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, pumpkin puree, amaretto, and heavy cream.
2. Add a pinch each of cinnamon and nutmeg.
3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake until chilled, about 15-20 seconds.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
5. Garnish with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.
Cooking Time: None, as this is a cocktail recipe!
Pumpkin Pie Martini with Irish Cream
Pumpkin Pie Martini with Irish Cream: A Twist on a Classic
This seasonal cocktail combines the warm spices of pumpkin pie with the creamy richness of Irish cream, perfect for a fall evening.
Ingredients:
– 1 1/2 oz vodka
– 1/2 oz pumpkin puree
– 1/2 oz heavy cream
– 1/2 oz Baileys Irish Cream
– 1/4 oz maple syrup
– 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
– Pinch of nutmeg
– Whipped cream and pumpkin pie spice, for garnish
Instructions:
1. In a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, pumpkin puree, heavy cream, Baileys Irish Cream, and maple syrup.
2. Add ground cinnamon and a pinch of nutmeg to the mixture.
3. Shake well for 15-20 seconds to combine and chill ingredients.
4. Strain into a chilled martini glass.
5. Top with whipped cream and a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.
Cooking Time: None
Summary
Get ready to indulge in the flavors of fall with these 18 creamy pumpkin pie martini recipes! From classic spiced pumpkin pie martinis to unique twists like maple glazed and chocolate swirl, there’s something for everyone. Whether you prefer a bourbon or rum-based cocktail, or a sweet treat like caramel drizzle or toasted marshmallow, these martinis are sure to satisfy your seasonal cravings. So grab a glass and get cozy with these deliciously creamy pumpkin pie martini recipes.
