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Pumpkin Crème Espresso Martini

Bold espresso and creamy pumpkin with warm spices and vanilla in a silky dessert martini.

Pumpkin Crème Espresso Martini, photographed by Bobbie
The original food picture from Bobbie's recipe card.
Makes 1 drink (or a pitcher for 8) 5 minutes to mix with prepared pumpkin crème mix; mix requires 5–7 minutes warming plus coolingBuy ingredients on Amazon Make a shopping list for this
Contains alcoholAdults onlyContains dairyMake ahead

Contains alcohol — adults only. Contains dairy when made with cream. Card heading states 5 minutes total and 0 minutes cook (just mix); pumpkin crème mix is warmed for 5–7 minutes separately. The card's mix yield of about 1 cup is preserved although its listed ingredients total more than that. Pitcher: mix with ice in a large pitcher; shake individual servings for best froth or stir gently and serve over ice. Tips: use real pumpkin purée; chill martini glasses; try cold brew concentrate for stronger coffee; adjust syrup sweetness; nutmeg or cinnamon deepens flavor; half-and-half gives a lighter version; make mix ahead. Variations: caramel drizzle and sea salt; bourbon instead of vodka; white chocolate liqueur instead of coffee liqueur. Mocktail: use decaf espresso, pumpkin crème mix and a splash of milk or cream; omit vodka and coffee liqueur. Mix keeps airtight refrigerated up to 1 week; cocktail without ice can be made up to 24 hours ahead and refrigerated, then shaken with ice. Pair with pumpkin pie, pecan tarts, spiced nuts, chocolate desserts, caramel cheesecake, charcuterie, roast turkey or fall cookies and pastries.

Ingredients

Pumpkin crème mix (about 1 cup, enough for 8 drinks, as printed)

  • ½ cup pumpkin purée (canned, not pie filling)
  • ½ cup maple syrup or brown sugar syrup
  • ½ cup heavy cream (or half-and-half)
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract
  • 1 tsp pumpkin pie spice
  • Pinch of salt

Cocktail (1 drink)

  • 2 oz vodka (60 ml)
  • 1 oz pumpkin crème mix (30 ml)
  • 1 oz freshly brewed espresso (or cold brew concentrate) (30 ml)
  • ½ oz coffee liqueur (Kahlúa or similar) (15 ml)
  • Ice

Garnish

  • Whipped cream (optional)
  • Cinnamon sugar rim
  • Pumpkin pie spice dusting
  • 3 coffee beans

Pitcher (8 servings)

  • 16 oz vodka (480 ml)
  • 8 oz pumpkin crème mix (240 ml)
  • 8 oz freshly brewed espresso (240 ml)
  • 4 oz coffee liqueur (120 ml)

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Method

  1. 1

    Make the pumpkin crème mix: in a small saucepan, combine pumpkin purée, maple syrup, heavy cream, vanilla, pumpkin pie spice and a pinch of salt. Warm over low heat for 5–7 minutes, whisking until smooth and well combined. Let cool and store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.

  2. 2

    Prepare the glass (optional): dip the rim of a martini glass in a little pumpkin crème mix or caramel, then into cinnamon sugar. Set aside.

  3. 3

    Make the cocktail: in a cocktail shaker, combine vodka, pumpkin crème mix, freshly brewed espresso and coffee liqueur. Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until creamy and frothy.

  4. 4

    Strain and serve: strain into the prepared martini glass.

  5. 5

    Garnish and enjoy: top with whipped cream, a sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice and 3 coffee beans.

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From Bobbie's “Bobbie's Recipe Card 100”. Written up by Bobbie's Kitchen · Updated 26 October 2026