Skip to main content
Epicurious

Smashing Pumpkin Martini

3.1

(11)

This spicy, pumpkin-infused cocktail would make a delightful aperitif from Halloween through Christmas. It was created by Felix Albano, manager of the bar at Fifty Seven Fifty Seven in New York City.

Recipe information

  • Yield

    <p>Serves 1.</p>

Ingredients

3 ounces spiced pumpkin vodka
1 ounce Amaretto
Garnish: toasted pumpkin seeds

Preparation

  1. For pumpkin seeds:

    Step 1

    Heat a large heavy skillet over moderate heat until hot. Toast pumpkin seeds, stirring constantly, until they expand and begin to pop, 3 to 5 minutes. Transfer seeds to a plate to cool.

  2. For Martini:

    Step 2

    In a shaker filled with ice, stir spiced pumpkin vodka and Amaretto. Strain into a chilled cocktail glass.

    Step 3

    Garnish with toasted pumpkin seeds.

Four Seasons Hotel
TagsCocktailAlcoholBeveragesMartiniAmarettoLiqueurPumpkin SeedSeed5 Ingredients or FewerSauteThanksgivingEpicurious
Read More
Upside-Down Martinis for a Crowd
Invert the ratio of gin to vermouth for a party-friendly and slightly lighter drinking experience.
Sheet-Pan Hot Honey Chicken and Peaches
No grill needed for this just-charred-enough sweet and spicy chicken.
The Most-Saved Recipes in the Epicurious App This Week
Like tiny tomato galettes and chimichurri grilled shrimp.
Caramelized Onion Pasta
Turn humble onions into this thrifty yet luxe pasta dinner.
13 Types of Nuts and How to Cook With Them
Filberts, goobers, scaly bark nuts: Explore the world beyond almonds in this guide.
Spaghetti With So Much Zucchini
Loosely inspired by pasta Amatriciana, a few pounds of zucchini stand in for tomatoes.
The Most-Saved Recipes in the Epicurious App in June
Like swordfish steaks with tomatoes and Peruvian-style tofu.
Classic French Vinaigrette
Use this simple vinaigrette to dress a plate of greens, some steamed potatoes, or anything else that strikes your fancy.