Looks Like Summer; Tastes Like Winter

Say salute is not only just the name that you might be reading on top, it’s our way of respecting one of the most underrated elements of society; alcohol. Humans tend to be happy and alive – but sometimes it becomes quite difficult for them to be. That’s exactly where alcohol steps in. These drinks might look appetising but not everything is. Seasonal changes also bring some changes in alcohol varieties. You may like the taste and texture of rum in winter but the same may not be true if we talk about summer. Just like this, we are here to talk about a drink that may change your opinion on winter drinks, stay tight!

Pumpkin Pie Martini

Winters are on full throttle and what’s better than sipping this martini-based drink in front of your firepit sitting in a comfortable chair, and listening to your favourite song? As interesting as it sounds, the cocktail is even more delightful to drink.

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Ingredients

• Vanilla Vodka – 75 ML
• Aged Rum – 45 ML
• Frozen Whipped Cream – 1/4th Cup
• Pumpkin Puree – 1/4th Cup
• Maple Syrup – 3 Tbsp
• Pumpkin Pie Spice – 3 Tbsp
• Pumpkin Pie Spice (For Garnishing)
• Ice Cubes – 1 Tray
• How To Make:

Before starting with the whole process of making this sweet and tasty cocktail, place 2 martini glasses in the freezer for about 30 minutes so that coolness is the constant element flourishing in the drink.

You may like the taste and texture of rum in winter but the same may not be true if we talk about summer. Just like this, we are here to talk about a drink that may change your opinion on winter drinks.

Now we need to focus on making the frozen whipped cream toppings. These toppings will not only make everything more flavourful but also enhance the texture of the drink. Take a piece of waxed paper and add some whipped cream in thin sheets and leave this whipped cream in the freezer for about 30 minutes.

Now, the fun part begins when going for the main drink. Take a cocktail shaker and add rum, vodka, maple syrup (half), pumpkin puree, pumpkin pie spice (half), ice cubes and salt. Rigorously, mix this drink for about 20-30 seconds and make sure each and every ingredient is well mixed with each other. Strain the drink with preferably a filter on top.

As for the toppings, when the drink is poured into the two chilled martini glasses – add a piece of frozen whipped cream with pumpkin pie spice. This completes the tale of the Pumpkin Pie Martini and now you can enjoy this winter drink with everything that you need to keep yourself hot and warm.