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Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini

Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini

Rufus Dewanou
A cozy, coffee-forward espresso martini sweetened with homemade Pumpkin Spice Latte (PSL) syrup. Frothy, smooth, and perfectly spiced for fall entertaining.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Recipe Type Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 1 Cocktail
Calories 285 kcal

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Hawthorne strainer (and fine mesh strainer optional)
  • Jigger or small measuring cup
  • Espresso machine or strong coffee maker
  • Chilled martini/coupe glass

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz 60 ml vodka (note: a clean, smooth bottle works best)
  • 1 oz 30 ml Pumpkin Spice Latte Syrup (homemade; see link in notes)
  • 1 oz 30 ml freshly brewed espresso, cooled 10 minutes
  • 1 oz 30 ml coffee liqueur (e.g., Kahlúa)
  • Ice for shaking
  • Garnish: a light pinch of pumpkin spice or 3 coffee beans

Instructions
 

  • Chill the glass: Place a martini or coupe glass in the freezer for 5 minutes.
  • Build the cocktail: Add ice to a shaker. Pour in vodka, PSL syrup, cooled espresso, and coffee liqueur.
  • Shake hard: Seal and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until the shaker is frosty and the drink is well-aerated.
  • Strain: Double strain into the chilled glass for a silky texture and stable foam.
  • Garnish & serve: Dust with a whisper of pumpkin spice or float 3 coffee beans. Serve immediately.

Notes

About the syrup: Pumpkin provides body; the flavor comes from the spice blend.
Sweetness level: For a drier cocktail, use ½ oz PSL syrup.
Spirit swaps: Try spiced rum or bourbon for a warmer profile.
Best foam tips: Cool the espresso, use plenty of fresh ice, and shake hard.
Make a batch: Scale up in a pitcher (no ice). Keep chilled; shake each portion with ice to serve.
Entertaining pairings: Chocolate truffles, flourless chocolate cake, pumpkin cheesecake, or spiced shortbread.

Nutrition

Serving: 120mlCalories: 285kcalCarbohydrates: 97gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 90mgSugar: 24gVitamin A: 15IUVitamin C: 0.1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 0.4mg
Keyword coffee cocktail, espresso martini, fall cocktails, PSL cocktail, pumpkin spice espresso martini, Pumpkin Spice Latte Syrup
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