Baileys Pumpkin Spice
An autumn cocktail that captures everything people love about pumpkin spice season. Baileys, pumpkin puree, and warm spices blend into a creamy fall celebration.
Ingredients
- 2 oz Baileys Irish Cream
- 1 oz Vanilla vodka
- 1 tbsp Pumpkin puree
- 0.5 oz Maple syrup
- 0.3 tsp Pumpkin pie spice
- 1 oz Heavy cream
- cinnamon stick (garnish) garnish
- whipped cream with cinnamon dusting (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with pumpkin spice donuts, spiced gingerbread, or pecan pie; the warm autumn spices create a cohesive, seasonal dessert experience.
Instructions
Combine Baileys, vanilla vodka, pumpkin puree, maple syrup, pumpkin pie spice, and heavy cream in a cocktail shaker
Dry shake without ice first for 10 seconds to emulsify the pumpkin puree
Add ice and shake vigorously for another 15 seconds
Double strain through a fine mesh strainer into a rocks glass with ice
Top with a small dollop of whipped cream and a dusting of cinnamon
Garnish with a cinnamon stick for stirring
Tips
Use real pumpkin puree, not pumpkin pie filling which contains added sugar and spices Double straining is essential to remove any grainy pumpkin fiber This cocktail is best made in September through November when pumpkin spice cravings peak