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I woke up to the sound of pouring rain this morning, and then poof...the rain had stopped! I was hoping that it would mean a cool down in temperatures and some much needed drought relief, but no. It seriously only rained for like two minutes, and added moisture to the already hot, humid air! I will continue to dream about crisp, fall temperatures. The fabulous flavors of pumpkin and apple baking in the oven. We're just not quite there yet, so a delicious Pumpkintini cocktail will have to work for now.
So I bring you this cool, refreshing Pumpkintini cocktail that has the flavors of fall. The original recipe is from Rachael Ray, but I needed to make a few tweaks. First of all, I did not have any pumpkin pie filling. I did however have a can of pureed pumpkin, and I added some spices. When I say a pinch, I seriously mean A PINCH.....
I dipped the corner of the smallest measuring spoon that I could find into each of the spices. You don't want to put a full pie's worth of flavor into two drinks!
Second change - I cannot use half and half, so I substituted boxed coconut milk and it worked perfectly. Third change - well that would be the Sortilege Maple liqueur that they do not sell in Iowa...I have looked...for years! From what I have been able to determine, Maple liqueur is basically maple syrup and whiskey. Well that's easy enough to recreate!
How to make a Pumpkintini Cocktail:
Place graham crackers in a zip top plastic bag and roll with a rolling pin to crush. Pour crumbs onto a plate and set aside.
Fill cocktail shaker with ice cubes to within an inch of the top.
Add all ingredients to the cocktail shaker.
Place lid on cocktail shaker and shake to thoroughly combine ingredients.
Wet the edge of the glasses and dip rim into graham cracker crumbs.
Strain drink and pour into prepared glasses and serve.
More fun Fall cocktails:
- Autumn Sparkler Cocktail
- Apple Cider Mule
- Sparkling Caramel Apple Cocktail
- Poisoned Apple Cocktail
- Hot Spiced Cider Toddy
- Polyjuice Potion Party Punch
So here's a toast to cooler fall weather and the wonderful flavors that it brings with it!
Enjoy!!
Pumpkintini
Ingredients
- 2 sheets graham crackers crushed
- ice
- 6 Tablespoons white rum
- 6 Tablespoons pureed pumpkin or substitute pumpkin pie filling
- 1 1/2 Tablespoons pure maple syrup
- 1/2 Tablespoon whiskey
- A pinch of ground cinnamon, cloves, ground ginger
- 2 Tablespoons coconut milk the kind in a box
Instructions
- Place graham crackers in a zip top plastic bag and roll with a rolling pin to crush. Pour crumbs onto a plate and set aside.
- Fill cocktail shaker with ice cubes to within an inch of the top.
- Add all ingredients to the cocktail shaker.
- Place lid on cocktail shaker and shake to thoroughly combine ingredients.
- Wet the edge of the glasses and dip rim into graham cracker crumbs.
- Strain drink and pour into prepared glasses and serve.
Andi says
OhMyGoodness. Now, let me start by saying the WORST nights of my life have been caused by chocolate martinis. I haven't had ANY kind of 'tini in over 2 years.
This just might break my fast.....YUM!
-andi
Consuelo @ Honey & Figs says
This looks amazing, Lisa! So refrehing and fall-ish at the same time 😉
heidi says
Oh, how yummy! Rachel Ray comes up with the greatest stuff doesn't she?
Cindy Eikenberg says
Lisa, this I definitely need to try! How awesome to get the tastes of fall in a glass!!! Did you know that Pinnacle now makes a Pumpkin Pie vodka? I just bought a bottle and have not tried it yet...wonder if I could use it in this recipe? Thanks for sharing and pinning! 🙂 (ps...bring these to BOTW next Friday!) Hugs!
Danni@SiloHillFarm says
Oh this looks just divine!! Pinning because I love anything pumpkin and I adore a fun cocktail!
Deb@CookingOnTheFrontBurner says
OMG - can we get together to share these? Looks so good - pinned!!
Claire @ A Little Claireification says
These sound so delicious!! What a great idea. Yummy. Pinning and shared!
Kristi @ Inspiration Kitchen says
Found you via Consuelo @ Honey & Figs (love her!), and I'm so glad I did. I couldn't have found a better looking recipe and cocktail if I tried. It looks divine! I must, must, must try! Thanks!
Hotly Spiced says
I've never had a pumpkin cocktail before. What a great idea. So sorry to hear you are in the middle of a drought xx
Carrie @ Frugal Foodie Mama says
This sounds amazing!! YUM! 🙂 I think I could drink this all fall long... or all year long, lol! 😉 Whatever...
Joybee says
Wow Lisa, this sounds amazing. I can't wait to give it a try.
Therese @ Fresh Idea Studio says
Lisa,
That sounds really good! I haven't tried any pumpkin type drink before but you make it sound so tasty and simple I might just have to whip one up this Fall. Thanks so much for sharing it at the DIY Sunday Showcase.
Cheers to you and yours,
Therese
Diana Rambles says
Yowza!!! Looks good!
Joanne says
OK, I know it's Monday morning but I have to say this looks like a wonderful way to start the week!
Debbie Warren says
hi- just poppin' in from the friday night OBC pin party! Interesting beverages you have there! Thanks for posting. Deb @ kneaded Creations
Lynn H @ Turnips 2 Tangerines says
Thanks for stopping by Tasty Tuesday and sharing this great cocktail:) I recently saw a new creamy style Pumpkin Liqueur at the grocery store, I wonder if that would work in this recipe? Have a great week~ Lynn @ Turnips 2 Tangerines
Meghan @ The Tasty Fork says
I love when people make recipes their own!! Good for you on being resourceful and using ingredients you have! Recipe is pinned!!
carolinaheartstrings says
Wow that looks so good. I can feel happy hour coming on right now!
Michele says
Yum! I love these at one of my favorite pubs, now I can make one:) Pinned! Stop by. I posted Halloween Banner:)
Lyuba@willcookforsmiles says
oooooo....oh yea, I'm trying this!
Kim says
I am bringing these to our bonfire beach party! I will be more popular than the s'mores!! 🙂
Sarah says
Yum! Thanks for hosting the link up. Can't wait to serve this at my annual pumpkin-themed potluck.
Cynthia L says
Lisa, you always have the best recipes! I am a wine person, but I think I would love to try one of these! I bet you had fun making them!
I will be featuring this recipe at the Top 10 Favorites post that goes live on Monday morning. Thanks for sharing this at the In and Out of the Kitchen Link party!
Diane Balch says
How very Harry Potter of you to come up with such a terrific seasonal cocktail. Thanks for sharing it with us on foodie friday.
Joanne/WineLady Cooks says
Hi Lisa, I love your substitutions for this cocktail. It's 'screams' FALL and sounds delicious. Thanks for sharing this with Foodie Friends Friday this week.
Look forward to seeing you again soon.
Inspire Me Heather says
Oh that does look so good - thanks and cheers!!
Kelly @ Eclectically Vintage says
You had me at tini! Cheers to an amazing looking cocktail!
Kelly
kristi@ishouldbemoppingthefloor says
How fun is THIS?! 🙂
YUMMERS!
Julie Fiato says
That is the cutest thing ever. Love it Lisa! I need to get my bikini on and have a pumpkintini! (I'm joking girl...just the pumpkintini will do!!)
Diane Balch says
Just wanted you to know that your recipe is being featured in a pumpkin dessert round up today on Simple Living and Eating. I will be pinning and tweeting it this week.
Jennifer @ My Sweet Sanity says
So glad I saw this on Saturday Dishes! I so desperately need one of these after the day I have had.