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pumpkin spice espresso martini

In case of fire, break out the glass for an espresso martini.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Course Cocktail, Drinks
Servings 1 cocktail

Ingredients
  

  • 2 oz vodka (regular or vanilla)
  • 2 shots espresso
  • 1 oz Kahlua
  • 1 tbsp pumpkin spice syrup (recipe below)

pumpkin spice syrup

  • 1/3 cup pumpkin puree
  • 2/3 cup sugar
  • 1/3 cup light brown sugar
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • 1 cup water
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract

Instructions
 

  • Make the syrup. In a small saucepot, whisk the pumpkin, sugar, brown sugar, pumpkin pie spice, and water until combined. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and warm for 5-10 minutes until the granules dissolve and the sauce thickens. For a thicker syrup, leave on the burner longer. Remove from heat and whisk in the vanilla. Let cool.
  • In a shaker, combine the vodka, espresso, Kahlua, and pumpkin syrup. Fill with ice and shake vigorously until cold. Strain into a couple glass - the top will be nice and foamy! Garnish with a star anise and serve immediately.
Keyword cocktail, coffee, drinks, espresso, espresso martini, fall, kahlua, martini, pumpkin spice, vodka