While it may have been a while since you donned a costume and went door to door seeking treats, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the festive feel of Halloween.  Of course, as you have matured, you may no longer seek the thrill of a candy bar, but perhaps you appreciate the taste of a well made cocktail.

Luckily, my friend shared a perfect Halloween martini recipe with me last weekend.  With a few couples together for a fall cookout, she created a drink that could be camouflaged in a pumpkin field.  Not only did this drink have an excellent autumn color, it was delicious.

Served in a martini glass, you could use a variety of garnishes.  Top it with a dollop of whipped, or maybe you could skewer several pieces of candy corn.  Let your creativity run wild.  However, if you think of a unique garnish idea, make sure that you post it as a comment!

Martini Fit for a Jack O’Lantern

2 oz. pumpkin liqueur

1 oz. coffee liqueur

1 oz. butterscotch schnapps

1 oz. half and half

1-2 oz. seltzer*

Fill a martini shaker with ice, and add pumpkin liqueur, coffee liqueur, butterscotch schnapps, and half and half.  Shake well.  Pour into a martini glass, add seltzer, and stir gently.  Garnish as desired.  Makes 1 martini.

*Depending on how thick or thin you like your martini.