Dessert First
Spiced Pumpkin Martini: The Season's Signature Cocktail
This season, skip the pumpkin pie in favor of a scrumptious spiced pumpkin martini. Decadent enough to serve as dessert, it makes for a festive seasonal cocktail—and brings a touch of fall to happy hour.
Spiced Pumpkin Martini from 5Church
About the Mixologist: Carrie Geisler Wisconsin native and 5Church mixologist carrie Geisler began bartending to pay her way through college and completely fell in love with the craft. With a degree in art history, she’s a tradesman at heart and creates her cocktails with both the diligence of a student and the creativity of an artist. Fresh, seasonal, and locally sourced ingredients often find their way into her concoctions—including this spiced pumpkin martini, for which she uses a fresh pumpkin purée (although canned pumpkin will work as well).Makes 1 martini
1 1/4 ounces vanilla vodka
1/2 ounce butterscotch liqueur
1 ounce heavy cream
1 ounce pumpkin purée
1 dash fresh cinnamon
Mix ingredients in shaker. Serve in a martini glass.