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A Spirited Sip

Spice up your fall by giving the classic cocktail a seasonal twist—because a cold brew or latte don’t always hit the spot.

PUMPKIN SPICE MARTINI

Yields: 1 serving

INGREDIENTS

n 1 part whipped cream flavored vodka n 1 part Bailey's Irish cream liqueur n 1 part pumpkin spice flavored liqueur such as Hiram Walker Pumpkin Spice Liqueur n ice cubes n dash pumpkin pie spice, for garnish n about 6 gingersnap cookies, for garnish n pure maple syrup, for garnish

DIRECTIONS

In a food processor, add gingersnaps and process until they turn to crumbs. Alternatively you can put your gingersnaps in a ziptop bag and crush them with a rolling pin.

To line a glass, dip rim into maple syrup, then into gingersnap crumbs; set aside.

To make the martini, add ice to a cocktail shaker, then pour in whipped cream vodka, Bailey's Irish cream and pumpkin spice liqueur. Cover and shake until the shaker gets frosty on the outside. Strain into a martini glass; garnish with a small sprinkle of pumpkin pie spice.

Recipe courtesy of myblissfulmess.com

For those who don’t like creamy cocktails, I would replace the pumpkin liqueur and the Bailey’s with a pumpkin simple syrup and a halfounce of lemon juice for brightness. A vanilla vodka would play well in either variation.”

—Drew Fitzpatrick, mixologist, drewthebartender.com Westwood