A new seasonal favourite cocktail made with Canadian vodka
With the fall entertaining season here, we are shaking up a Canadian cocktail with Katherine Vellinga from Zirkova Vodka that is perfect for Thanksgiving.
Zirkova Pumpkin Espresso Martini
1½ oz Zirkova Unity Vodka
1 oz fresh espresso
½ oz coffee liqueur
½ oz pumpkin spice syrup
¼ oz vanilla syrup
Add all ingredients to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds to create that signature espresso martini foam. Double strain into a chilled coupe and finish with a light dusting of cinnamon and three coffee beans.
Pumpkin spice syrup
½ cup pumpkin purée
½ cup brown sugar
½ cup water
½ tsp cinnamon
¼ tsp ground ginger
Pinch of nutmeg
Pinch of clove
Combine everything in a small saucepan and simmer gently for about five minutes, stirring until the sugar has dissolved.
Allow to cool, fine-strain and refrigerate until cocktail hour.
