Pumpkin Pie Spice Martini

Get your pumpkin pie fix in a new way with this pumpkin pie spice martini! Cooler autumn nights call for fresh new recipes and it is the perfect new drink to try as you usher in the season.

This pumpkin spice martini is incredibly easy to make and utilizes many ingredients that you likely already have in your kitchen this time of year. Once you have your ingredients gathered, it takes less than five minutes to prepare the drink itself.

The simplicity and fun factor make it one of the best cocktail options for fall dinner parties and other small gatherings. Plus, it looks and smells amazing–no need to put a pie in the oven for those classic autumn aromas.

It has similar flavors to my fall punch but it's creamy and a tad stronger. I also have this hibiscus cosmopolitan martini drink that you might like.

🥧 Pumpkin Pie Spice Martini Ingredients

For the Rim: The sugar rim recipe I've put together gives a similar taste and texture to the 'crust' part of the pumpkin pie. It's a delicious addition to the pumpkin martini.

• graham cracker crumbs - Also known as graham wafer crumbs or honey graham crumbs.
• brown sugar (not pictured) - Brown sugar is used in pumpkin pie vs. white sugar for its deeper, richer flavor and color.
• pumpkin pie spices - A blend of 4 to 5 warm spices, including cinnamon. I have a DIY pumpkin pie spice recipe.
• maple syrup - Pure maple syrup is used to wet the rim of the glass and adhere the crumb mixture. For an alternative, you can use simple syrup or orgeat.

Chef's Note: If you'd like a more detailed look at how to rim a cocktail glass, check out my tutorial.

For the Martini:

• Irish cream liqueur - Such as Bailey's. The rich blend of Irish whiskey and cream is a perfect match (as seen in an Irish coffee cocktail) and beautifully complements the pumpkin's flavor in this pumpkin pie spice martini.
• spiced rum - Such as Captain Morgan Original or Kraken Black spiced rum.
• vodka - Choose a high quality vodka.
• pumpkin purée - I use 100% pure canned pumpkin.
• vanilla extract - For enhanced flavor.
• pumpkin pie spices - For that classic pumpkin pie flavor.
• whipped cream topping (not pictured) - This is optional. If you like your pumpkin pie with a whipped cream topping than you'll like it on top of this martini!

*Check recipe card for ingredient amounts.

📖 Recipe Tweaks

• Pumpkin pie filling: This recipe can be a good way to use up leftover pumpkin pie filling from baking all of your favorite fall treats. Simply use the canned filling in place of the purée (as long as you didn't add other ingredients like eggs to it, of course).
• Espresso: Add a hint of espresso powder to capture the essence of a fall pumpkin spice latte.
• Flavored vodka: Plain vodka is one of the ingredients for this recipe, however, you could get creative with using different flavors in your martini. It is often possible to find cinnamon, vanilla, or even pumpkin spice-flavored vodka.
• Extra cream: A splash of heavy cream is another option that adds a more dessert-like feel to your pumpkin pie martini. You may also add a cinnamon stick as a garnish and stirrer.
• Frozen whipped cream topping: If you want to get extra fancy, try freezing dollops of whipped cream on a piece of parchment or wax paper beforehand. When you are ready to serve your drinks, remove the frozen whipped cream dollops from the freezer and place them on top. The frozen topping will help keep the drink cold while also slowly melting into the cocktail as you drink.

🍸 How to Make a Pumpkin Martini

Step 1: Rim the Glass. Combine the graham cracker crumbs, brown sugar and pumpkin pie spice on a plate that is wider than the martini glass. Pour the maple syrup onto a separate plate. Dip the rim of the martini glass into the maple syrup. Then, roll it into the graham cracker mixture to coat it.

Step 2: Mix the Drink. Pour the Irish cream liqueur, spiced rum, vodka, pumpkin purée, vanilla extract and pumpkin spice in a cocktail shaker. Fill it with ice.

✔️ Recipe Tips

• If you are crushing whole graham crackers for the rim instead of buying a box of premade crumbs, follow these easy steps:
  • Simply toss the crackers into a gallon-sized storage bag.
  • Use a rolling pin or your hand to gently crush the crackers into fine crumbs.
  • You can then add the additional dry ingredients for your rim and shake the bag until they are mixed well.
• You can store extra crumbs in an airtight container until the next time you’re in the mood to whip up fall cocktails.
• The cocktail shaker can get very cold from the ice. If this will be a problem for you, wear some gloves.

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