Spicy Pumpkin Mai Tai
Upgrade your traditional pumpkin spice by adding a touch of heat and funk, then blend it into this herbal and earthy mai tai. This delightful cocktail combines the warmth of pumpkin spice with the refreshing citrusy flavors of lime and the nutty sweetness of orgeat syrup. The subtle hint of absinthe adds a mysterious twist, creating a unique and intriguing drink that will definitely impress your guests.
Spicy Pumpkin Mai Tai
A festive twist on the classic mai tai, this Spicy Pumpkin Mai Tai combines the flavors of pumpkin spice, white rum, lime juice, and orgeat syrup for a flavorful and refreshing cocktail.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Ingredients
- 1 1/2 oz white rum (such as Cruzan)
- 1 oz fresh-squeezed lime juice
- 3/4 oz Pierre Ferrand dry orange curaçao
- 1/2 oz orgeat syrup
- 1/4 oz absinthe or Herbsaint
- 1/2 tsp pumpkin spice mix (cinnamon, ginger, allspice, nutmeg, dried Sichuan pepper, star anise)
- Mint sprig, for garnish
- Ice
Instructions
- Prepare the pumpkin spice mix by combining all the spice ingredients in a small container.
- In a cocktail shaker, mix the white rum, lime juice, orange curaçao, orgeat syrup, absinthe, and pumpkin spice mix. Add ice to the shaker.
- Shake the ingredients until chilled.
- Fine-strain the mixture into a double old-fashioned glass filled with crushed ice.
- Sprinkle a pinch of pumpkin spice on top and garnish with a mint sprig.
- Serve and enjoy!