🎃Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
Move over, PSL — this is the grown-up pumpkin spice moment we’ve been waiting for. The Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini is cozy, chic, and just the right amount of indulgent. Made with homemade pumpkin spice maple syrup (yes, really), rich espresso, and velvety coffee liqueur, it’s basically sweater weather in a glass. Whether you’re hosting a fall dinner party, a Halloween pregame, or a Friendsgiving, this cocktail is guaranteed to steal the show.
Think of it as the espresso martini’s cooler, cozier cousin.
❤️ Why You’ll Love It
Maple syrup > sugar → natural sweetness, deep autumn flavor.
Homemade pumpkin spice syrup → makes it taste luxe, not artificial.
Host-ready → shake up one for yourself or batch for a crowd.
Seasonal twist on a classic → Instagram-worthy, party-friendly, and dangerously sippable.
🍁 Pumpkin Spice Maple Syrup
Ingredients:
1 cup water
½ cup pumpkin puree (not pumpkin pie filling)
2 tbsp pumpkin pie spice
1 tsp vanilla extract
¾ cup pure maple syrup (dark amber if possible, for richer flavor)
Directions:
In a small saucepan, combine water, pumpkin puree, and pumpkin pie spice. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, whisking until smooth.
Remove from heat, let cool slightly, then stir in the maple syrup and vanilla. (This keeps the maple flavor bright instead of cooked down.)
Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth to remove solids.
Store in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
🍸 Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini (with Maple)
Ingredients (Serves 1):
2 oz vodka
1 oz freshly brewed espresso (cooled)
1 oz coffee liqueur (Kahlúa or Tia Maria)
1 oz pumpkin spice maple syrup (see above)
Ice cubes
Optional garnish: whipped cream, sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice, or coffee beans
Directions:
Add vodka, espresso, coffee liqueur, and pumpkin spice maple syrup to a cocktail shaker with ice.
Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until frothy.
Strain into a martini glass.
Garnish with whipped cream, pumpkin spice dust, or coffee beans.
✨ Hostess Hack: If you want to lean into cozy fall vibes, swap vodka for bourbon. The maple + pumpkin spice + bourbon combo tastes like a grown-up pumpkin pie in a glass.