• Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
• Add vodka, coffee liqueur, espresso, and pumpkin syrup.
• Shake vigorously for about 15–20 seconds, until the mixture is well-chilled and frothy.
• Strain into a martini glass.
• Garnish with coffee beans
• If you’re feeling festive, finish with the marshmallow spiderweb on top (details below).

Marshmallow Spiderweb Decoration

• This part is messy but so fun—and the result is worth it!
• Place a few marshmallows in a microwave-safe bowl.
• Heat them for about 10 seconds, just until softened.
• Let the marshmallows cool slightly, then use your fingertips to stretch and pull the melted marshmallow into thin, stringy strands.
• Gently drape the strands across the top of your martini glass to form a spiderweb effect.
• (Tip: This looks best on top of the foam from your shaken martini! You can see a video of this technique on @fromscratchwithmaria.)

Homemade Pumpkin Spice Syrup

• In a small saucepan over medium-low heat, whisk together pumpkin puree and pumpkin pie spice. Cook for about 3 minutes, whisking often—it’ll form a thick paste.
• Add brown sugar, maple syrup, and water. Whisk to dissolve the sugar and combine everything smoothly.
• Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer (not a boil) and cook for 5 minutes.
• Remove from heat and stir in the vanilla extract and a pinch of salt.
• Let it cool for 10–15 minutes, then strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smoother syrup.
• Store in a sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.