Pumpkin Pie Martini (Dairy Free)

This pumpkin pie martini invokes all of the flavors of your favorite pumpkin baked goods without being too sweet or over-the-top. 

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• How to Make a Pumpkin Pie Martini
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• Looking for More Fall Cocktails?
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• Pumpkin Pie Martini without Cream

A pumpkin pie cocktail without pumpkin pie spice? Absolutely! My pumpkin infused vodka joins with layers of spice flavors including brown sugar, aromatic bitters, and ginger beer. We’re also leaving out heavy cream and whipped cream, keeping this cocktail dairy-free. 

The cinnamon sugar rim makes this pumpkin drink feel special, so don’t skip it! It’s worth the extra couple minutes of effort. 

This pumpkin pie cocktail was designed to avoid using any dairy or dairy-based liqueurs, so besides being dairy free it's also vegan. (If you're looking for a creamy sip, try my Pumpkin Spice Martini.)

Ingredients

• Pumpkin infused vodka - Take the time to make this! It's two ingredients and easily done, you just need a little time.
• Brown sugar syrup - Another ingredient you can make yourself. Brown sugar syrup takes 2 ingredients and 5 minutes to mix up. Just be sure to give it a chance to cool before using.
• Hazelnut liqueur - I love the sweet and nutty flavor that Frangelico give this cocktail, but feel free to choose your favorite brand.
• Fresh lemon - There's no substitute for fresh citrus! You'll need no more than half of a lemon per cocktail.
• Aromatic bitters - A lot of the spice in this recipe is coming from aromatic bitters. Angostura brand is the gold standard, but choose your favorite.
• Ginger beer - Another spicy addition, ginger beer adds in a key pumpkin pie flavor ingredient (ginger!).
• Cinnamon and sugar (garnish) - Adding a cinnamon sugar rim to your glass definitely makes this drink feel more special and adds to the drink. I highly recommend not skipping this garnish.

How to Make a Pumpkin Pie Martini

Combine cinnamon and sugar in a shallow dish. Run a slice of lemon around the rim of your coupe or martini glass and dip it gently into the cinnamon sugar mixture. Set the glass aside.

Place vodka, brown sugar syrup, hazelnut liqueur, lemon juice, and bitters in a cocktail shaker full of ice.

Shake and strain into your prepared glass. 

Top with ginger beer.

Enjoy! 

Make Pumpkin Infused Vodka

In just a few easy steps, you can make your own pumpkin infused vodka using canned pumpkin and your favorite vodka. 

Looking for More Fall Cocktails?

Fall cocktails are full of warm spices and autumn flavors. Once you've made pumpkin infused vodka for your Pumpkin Pie Martini, use it in this Pumpkin Ginger Martini.

Looking for apple cocktails? My Spiced Apple Cocktail with apple liqueur is perfect for fall. Or try my Caramel Apple Cocktail, a quintessential fall cocktail.

Happy Hour Snacks

A sweet cocktail pairs best with a salty snack. Try these slow cooker Savory Spiced Nuts or some baked Homemade Potato Chips.

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