Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini
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Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini Recipe – PSL Martini

How to Make a Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini

Basic Witches! Your PSL game just got an upgrade. If you start your day with a Pumpkin Spice Latte, then you can end your day with a PSL Tini, AKA the Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini. Not only is this the perfect autumn night cap, but it is a great cocktail to whip up for Halloween parties and gatherings. You can whip it up as a batch to serve at a party, or make it as a single serving.

Tip: This is the Martha Stewart-esque version where you make this baby up from scratch. You even make the pumpkin simple syrup (which can actually be used in your coffee in the morning if you have some leftover). However, if you are pinched for time, we have a Quick PSL Martini Recipe that requires only a few ingredients and can be made in a couple minutes. 

Tip: This cocktail can be made dairy-free and vegan. Be sure to use a vegan vanilla vodka and dairy-free alternative to milk (we love Oatly oat milk for the vegan version of this recipe)

Don’t feel like making this recipe? You can order your very own PSL Martini cocktail kit, ready to drink, with delivery (if you live in Maryland). Free delivery on Pumpkin Spice Latte Martini cocktail kits in Anne Arundel County and Queen Anne’s County. Please place your order on our Halloween Cocktail Kit Order Form.

Ingredients Needed:

  • Martini Shaker
  • Martini Glass
  • Ice
  • Vanilla Vodka
  • Pumpkin Pie Spice (we get it from Trader Joe’s)
  • Water
  • Sugar
  • Pumpkin Puree (if you cannot find this, don’t worry you can substitute pumpkin flavored syrup)
  • Cinnamon
  • Brown Sugar (or white if you don’t have brown sugar)
  • Vanilla Vodka
  • Espresso OR dried/instant espresso (we love Cafe Bustelo instant espresso for this recipe)
  • Pumpkin Pie flavored syrup (the kind you would add to a latte) – Monin makes a wonderful syrup
  • Milk/cream or a dairy free alternative

Instructions

Step 1: Making the Pumpkin Simple Syrup:

  • You will combine 1/2 a cup of pumpkin puree in a sauce pan on medium heat with 1/2 cup of water, and 1/2 a cup of sugar.
  • Stir until sugar and water have dissolved. Remove mixture from heat, transfer to a bowl, cover, and put in fridge.
  • Once pumpkin simple syrup is cooled, use a small funnel and transfer it into a bottle or jar

Step 2: Making the Espresso

You have a few options here. You can get espresso shots to go from your local coffee shop, you can use your own espresso machine if you have one. OR you can use instant espresso (my go to for this recipe is Cafe Bustelo instant espresso which can be found in most grocery stores)

  • 1 shot of espresso
  • If you are using instant espresso, refer to the directions to make one serving.
  • Tip: if using Cafe Bustelo, I use 1 teaspoon of instant espresso in 2 oz of hot water

Step 3: Prepare Your Martini Glass

You will need to separate small plates or saucers

  • Add 1 oz of water to a small plate or saucer
  • Mix one tablespoon of sugar with one tablespoon pumpkin pie spice (cinnamon or a mixture of cinnamon and nutmeg works too)
  • Add sugar/spice mixture to a small plate or sauce
  • Dip martini glass edge in water (basically you want to get the rim of the martini glass wet)
  • Immediately dip martini glass rim into saucer containing sugar/spice mixture. Spin the rim around in the mixture until the entire rim of the glass is dusted with the “rimming sugar”

Step 3: Making the PSL Martini:

  • Fill martini shaker 3/4 with ice
  • Add 2.5 – 3 ounces vanilla vodka to shaker (personally I do a slow 4 count when pouring vodka haha)
  • Add 1.5 oz of pumpkin simple syrup to shaker
  • Add 2.5 oz cream to shaker (or milk or milk substitute – oat milk works great)
  • Add 1 oz pumpkin pie syrup to shaker
  • Add one shot of espresso to shaker
  • Put lid on and shake the shaker!! Shake vigorously for 30 seconds – yes this counts as part of your workout
  • Strain into rimmed martini glass
  • Sip and enjoy!

 

Optional: Add whipped cream or large marshmallows to the top of your PSL martini and top with a sprinkle of sugar/spice mix. Garnish with a cinnamon stick if you are feeling extra basic 😉 This recipe can also be enjoyed over ice instead of being shaken and strained.

What do you think of this recipe? If you make it, please leave a comment and let us know if you enjoyed it.

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Annapolis “Make Him Blush” Valentines Day Beauty Package

The Ultimate “Treat Yo-Self” Annapolis Beauty Package Is Here

January 28, 2021

We could all use a little pampering and self-care these days, especially when it comes to indulging in a “treat yo-self” kind of beauty experience. One of our favorite local businesses, Spray Tan Annapolis, has put together the perfect package to help you feel absolutely gorgeous this Valentine’s Day! Whether you want to get dolled up and hang out with your best friends and Galentine’s, or look extra hot for your Valentine’s date, this all-inclusive package has all the beauty bases covered (and the cocktails provided by our team).

Here is what is included:

  • Custom Luxe Spray Tan
  • Brow Shape + Tint
  • Professional Hair + Makeup

Price – $199

Need a cocktail to go with that pampering? We’ve Got You Covered!

Add a specialty Valentine’s Cocktail Kit To This Package For $30. Choose from the following cocktail kits:

  • Candy “Crush” Cocktail: Vanilla vodka, club soda, sprite and a touch of grenadine, served with a side of candy heart and mini marshmallow garnishes
  • Rosé “Crush” Sangria: Light and refreshing sangria made with Rosé wine, orange liquor, club soda, agave nectar and fresh berries.

All cocktail kits include 1 sealed 35 oz. carafe of ready to drink cocktails, plastic cups + garnishes in a Chesapeake Bartenders gift bag. Just open and enjoy! In order to add a cocktail kit to your Valentine’s Beauty Package, you must be 21 years of age or older. STA reserves the right to request identification to ensure you are of a legal drinking age. 

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How To Set Up A Bar For A Cocktail Party, Holiday Celebration or Wedding

Ideas For Setting Up A Bar For Parties, Weddings, Baby Showers and Bachelorette Parties

You might be wondering how to set up a self-service bar that not only looks fantastic (after all, it must be social media worthy), but also ensures guest flow is smooth and drinks are easily served. Read on for step-by-step instructions on how to set up your party bar. Of course, if you don’t want want to mess around with setting up your own bar, contact the Chesapeake Bartenders team, and we’ll take care of the set-up and clean up, so you don’t have to lift a finger!

How To Set Up A Beautiful Cocktail Bar For Your Party

  1. Is there a party or wedding theme? If so, you want to include the theme, colors, etc. This can easily be done through selecting cocktail napkins, straws and decor that matches the color and theme.
  2. Where will the bar be? Will it be outside on the patio? Or inside in the living room?
  3. Bar Supplies: Don’t forget to set out the bartending gear. Wine keys? Beer Openers? Ice Buckets? Ice Scoops?
  4. Tables and Bar Surface: Be sure to use tables that are STURDY. The items on the bar can weigh a lot, so you want to ensure the table(s) used are sturdy and level. Also, be sure to use table clothes to prevent water damage if you are setting up the bar on a nice table or surface.
  5. Drink Menu: Create a menu ahead of time to determine what libations you want to serve. Are you sticking to wine? Craft beer bottles? Mimosas? Or setting up a full bar?
  6. Setting up Alcohol: Be sure to set up wine bottles, beer, etc. in easy to reach places. For wine, chill whites and bubbles in large tubs with ice. If you set up a full bar, be sure to allow space between bottles, so people can easily pick them up and put them back without knocking over other bottles. Place mixers in one place, so guests can grab a glass, fill it with ice, pour liquor and then top it off with a mixer.
  7. Don’t forget the garnishes! Slice lemons, limes, olives, fruit, etc and put them in bowls or containers. Ensure there are toothpicks or serving utensils.
  8. Ice: One of the things we often see, is that those hosting parties and events make the same mistake. They underestimate the need for ice! Grab ice in bulk ahead of time, and keep excess ice in coolers, the freezer, or outside if the weather is below freezing.
  9. Picking up the booze: Call your local liquor store ahead of time. Often, they will offer discounts if you are purchasing a large order. Also, be sure to ask if the store will take back unopened bottles of wine, beer cases and alcohol so you can get a refund for leftover booze. Check your local state laws, as they may vary.
  10. Water: Don’t forget that people who are drinking, want access to water. Whether you choose individual water bottles, or filtered water in self serve pitchers, be sure to add water to the menu.

What Kind Of Bar Should You Set Up? Wine Bar? Sangria Bar? Bubbles Bar?

If you want to keep things simple yet festive, we highly recommend going with a wine bar, bubbles bar or sangria bar. These types of party bars are not only easy to set up, by easy to replenish and look beautiful. For a wine bar, just grab your favorite wines, some ice buckets for chilling, glassware or cups, supplies and boom! You have a wine bar. You can do the same set up to create a bubbles bar. A sangria bar is one of the most popular party bars, and for good reason. You can pre-make batches or red sangria, white sangria, sparkling sangria and holiday sangrias like apple cider sangrias. Guests can select their own fruit garnishes, which also double as beautiful decor elements on the sangria bar.

DIY Sangria Bar

Are you hosting a party or event in Maryland, DC, Delaware or Northern Virginia and want help setting up your bar?

Chesapeake Bartenders has you covered! We’ll come to the site of your event, party or wedding, and set up a beautiful bar display (sangria, wine, full bar, champagne bar, mimosa bar, etc.), with all the necessary supplies. This includes creating a beautiful display, easy to serve drinks (alcoholic, mixers, and non-alcoholic), straws, cups, beverage napkins, ice scoops, ice, coolers and more! We’ll even stay on call, to replenish supplies should you need us. Then, when your party is done, we’ll show up, clean up and whisk the bar away. Contact us for details or a free quote.

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Hosting a Festive Party? Our Holiday Bartending Package Is All You Need!

Chesapeake Bartenders All-Inclusive 2019 Holiday Party Package

Hosting a holiday event or party can be stressful and overwhelming. Whether you are planning a Christmas party, holiday event or end of year corporate event for your business, seeing to all the details and making sure your guests have a great experience is the key to success. Even if you are an experienced event planner, the list of to-do’s can seem daunting and overwhelming. We are here to help! Our Holiday Party Package is available throughout Maryland for hosts, hostesses, business owners and event planners looking for help with beverage catering, alcohol service and signature drinks.

Hire Our Team To Manage Bartending and Beverage Catering

Our team will take some of the stress out of planning a holiday party or event, as you can leave the bartending and beverage catering details to us! Our team of event planners, mixologists, TIPS certified bartenders, cocktail waitresses and bar backs will ensure all details pertaining to alcohol service, bartending, bar set up, bar clean up, etc. are unparalleled. We pride ourselves on ensuring the hosts, hostesses and guests have nothing short of an amazing experience.

Signature Holiday Party Event Package ~ $475

This package is designed for those hosting holiday parties and want to delight and dazzle guests. From specialty holiday cocktails and “smoking drinks” to unique, festive garnishes and unparalleled service, our Signature Holiday Event Package takes the guesswork out of your event bartending needs.

This package is best for parties and events with up to 100 guests and includes the following:
  • 2 Top Tier, TIPS-Certified Chesapeake Bartenders for 3 hours
  • $20 credit towards special garnishes or add-ons
  • Smokey Drinks ($75 value) – dry ice added to drinks for a “smokey” and festive presentation
  • Choose one signature drink from our holiday drink menu
  • Appropriate tools for serving beer, wine, and liquor (wine keys, beer openers, etc.)
  • Pour spouts for liquor bottles
  • Large coolers for ice and cold storage + ice scoopers
  • Black-clothed tables to serve as “the bar”
  • Wine chilling buckets for presentation/chilling
  • Fruit/Garnish trays  (does not include fruit)
  • Pitchers for specialty cocktails

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What would a holiday party be without fun, festive cocktails? These signature drinks have been custom created by our team of mixologists for the 2019 holiday season.

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