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project: "[[00_MANIFEST-recipes]]"
folder: "[[00_INDEX-drinks-recipes]]"
title: Pumpkin Spice Espresso Martini
servings: 1
ingredients:
  - 2 ounces vodka
  - 1 teaspoon instant espresso powder dissolved in 1 ounce hot water, cooled
  - 1/2 ounce pumpkin spice syrup
  - Ice
  - "Optional: 3 coffee beans or a pinch of pumpkin pie spice, for garnish"
instructions:
  - Dissolve the instant espresso powder in 1 ounce hot water, then let it cool completely.
  - Add the vodka, cooled instant espresso, pumpkin spice syrup, and ice to a cocktail shaker.
  - Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to chill the drink and build a foamy top.
  - Strain into a chilled coupe or martini glass.
  - Garnish with coffee beans or a light dusting of pumpkin pie spice, if desired.
active-preparation-minutes: 5
passive-preparation-minutes: 5
notes:
  - Adjust the syrup between 1/4 and 3/4 ounce to taste, depending on how sweet and spiced you want the drink.
  - For a richer drink, replace 1/4 ounce of the vodka with coffee liqueur.
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