Pumpkin Pie Martinis bring fall flavors into a simple dessert cocktail. The mix of pumpkin spice liqueur, hazelnut liqueur, and cream gives you a rich drink with a smooth finish. The graham cracker rim adds texture and familiar flavor from classic pumpkin pie.

This drink works for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or any cozy night at home. You get reliable balance between sweet notes, warm spice, and a hint of nuttiness. The recipe mixes fast, uses easy ingredients, and delivers strong seasonal appeal for entertaining. If you love this pumpkin martini recipe, you may also love other drinks like S’mores Martini, Mixed Berry Tom Collins, Pumpkin Spiced Hot Buttered Rum, or my favorite Fresh Peach Old Fashioned.

Heather’s Notes

• Delivers bold pumpkin spice flavor without extra syrups.
• Uses hazelnut liqueur to add depth and warmth.
• Rims the glass with cinnamon graham crackers for texture.
• Serves as a dessert drink for fall gatherings.
• Mixes fast with simple bar tools.

Ingredient List

The pumpkin martini recipe uses ingredients that are easy to find during fall. Pumpkin spice liqueur offers instant flavor. Hazelnut liqueur rounds out sweetness without overpowering the drink. Heavy cream softens the alcohol and gives the drink a smooth feel. The graham cracker rim adds a small crunch and brings a subtle cinnamon note that ties everything together.

• Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice Liqueur – adds pumpkin spice notes with coffee and caramel tones for a fuller finish. See substitutions below if you can’t find pumpkin flavored Kahlúa
• Hazelnut liqueur such as Frangelico – brings nutty flavor that pairs with pumpkin spices and enhances sweetness.
• Heavy cream – creates a smooth and rich body.
• Crushed cinnamon flavored graham crackers – adds classic pumpkin pie flavor on the rim and a hint of crunch.
• Ice – chills the martini for a clean texture.

Toppings

• Whipped cream for an extra touch of sweetness.
• Ground nutmeg finishes it all off.

Subs and Variations

• Use regular Kahlua and add a teaspoon of Pumpkin Pie Spice.
• Swap hazelnut liqueur with almond liqueur for a lighter nut flavor.
• Replace heavy cream with half and half for a thinner drink.
• Use gingersnap crumbs instead of graham crackers for stronger spice.
• Add a splash of vanilla vodka for a stronger cocktail.

Find the full printable recipe card with exact measurements and step-by-step instructions below.

How to Make a Pumpkin Pie Martini

1. Add crushed graham crackers to a plate. Lightly moisten the rim of a chilled martini glass with water. Press the rim into the crumbs.
2. Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
3. Pour in pumpkin spice liqueur, hazelnut liqueur, and heavy cream.
4. Shake until the mixture feels cold.
5. Strain into the prepared glass.
6. Add whipped cream and finish with a light dusting of ground nutmeg.

You can adjust this cocktail based on your preferences. Some people enjoy a stronger drink. Others prefer lighter variations. The base recipe gives you a starting point that fits most tastes. You can also scale this drink for a crowd. Mix the liqueurs in a larger container and shake portions to order. This helps you serve consistent cocktails without slowing down during gatherings.

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Pumpkin Pie Martini Recipe

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Pumpkin Pie Martini with pumpkin spice liqueur, hazelnut liqueur, cream, and a cinnamon graham rim for a fast fall cocktail.

prep timePrep: 5 minutes mins

Total: 5 minutes mins

number of servings1 Martini Drink

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Recommended Tools

• Cocktail Shaker
• Measuring Jigger
• Martini Glass

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Ingredients

  

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• 2 parts Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice liqueur, or regular Kahlua liqueur
• 1 part hazelnut liqueur, like Frangelico
• 1 part heavy cream
• 1 cinnamon flavored graham crackers, crushed
• ice

Toppings

• whipped cream
• ground nutmeg

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Instructions

 

• Dampen the rim of a martini glass with water, press into crushed graham crackers, set aside.
• Add ice to a cocktail shaker.
• Pour in 2 parts Kahlúa Pumpkin Spice liqueur, 1 part hazelnut liqueur, and 1 part heavy cream.
• Shake until the mixture feels cold.
• Strain into the prepared glass.
• Add whipped cream and finish with a light dusting of ground nutmeg.

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Subs and Variations

• Use regular Kahlua if you want less pumpkin spice.
• Swap hazelnut liqueur with almond liqueur for a lighter nut flavor.
• Replace heavy cream with half and half for a thinner drink.
• Use gingersnap crumbs instead of graham crackers for stronger spice.
• Add a splash of vanilla vodka for a stronger cocktail.

Nutrition

Serving: 1g | Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 35g | Protein: 3g | Fat: 15g | Saturated Fat: 9g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 5g | Cholesterol: 38mg | Sodium: 85mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 19g

*Nutritional information is not guaranteed to be accurate.

course of this recipeCourse: Drinks

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I’m Heather, a recipe developer and content creator based in Vancouver, Washington. I started Farmgirl Gourmet in 2006 because I believed weeknight dinners shouldn’t be boring and gourmet shouldn’t mean complicated. I’m also the co-founder of Spiceology, so safe to say I think about food for a living. Stick around for recipes that actually make it into your regular rotation.

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