# Seasonally Spiced Cocktails The 'Pass the Sushi' Pumpkin Pie Martini Remixes a Festive Favorite By Erin Kirkpatrick | Published 2012-08-30 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pass-the-sushi-pumpkin-pie-martini References: [passthesushi](http://passthesushi.com/pumpkin-pie-martini/) This 'Pass the Sushi' pumpkin pie martini will add a festive theme to the bar scene. With the fall season approaching at a fast pace, [pumpkin-infused foods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fall-pumpkin-spice-trio), including pumpkin pie, scones and chai tea lattes, are making their first appearances. Besides its presence in food, pumpkin has also increased its prevalence in the formation and construction of [alcohol-infused cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/simply-spiked-cranberry). In order to create this seasonal spirit, bartenders and creative individuals must combine spiced rum, Pumpkin Pie Cream Liquor and pumpkin pie spice. To add an aesthetic appeal, each martini glass can be dusted with crushed graham crackers. As a bonus, the Pass the Sushi Pumpkin Pie Martini recipe calls for leftover pumpkin pie and will therefore will help you clean out cluttered fridges. Welcome the fall season with a toast and a festive-inspired cocktail in hand. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 1.0/10 - Popularity: 16% | Activity: 7% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 30% men, 70% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Drinking](https://www.trendhunter.com/drinking) ## Key Themes ### What Makes This Trend Stand Out - **Pumpkin-infused Foods:** Opportunity to innovate with pumpkin-infused flavors in various food and beverage creations. - **Alcohol-infused Cocktails:** Exploring unique combinations of alcohol and flavors to create innovative and seasonal cocktails. - **Seasonal Aesthetic Appeal:** The use of visual elements such as crushed graham crackers to enhance the presentation of seasonal cocktails. ### Sectors Adopting This - **Food and Beverage:** Opportunity to introduce pumpkin-infused products and seasonal cocktails in the food and beverage industry. - **Hospitality and Event Management:** Creating special menus and themed events centered around seasonal cocktails and flavors. - **Consumer Goods:** Developing and marketing seasonal cocktail ingredients and accessories to enhance the home bartending experience. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Pumpkin Spice Cocktail Flights](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-cocktail-flight.md) - [Autumnal Boozy Whipped Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-whipshots.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Bourbon Cocktails](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-old-fashioned.md) - [Halloween Cocktail Capsules](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/spooky-sips-collection.md) - [Pumpkin Spice-Flavored Alcohols](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-liqueur-1.md) - [Seasonal Jack-O-Lantern Liqueurs](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-potion-liqueur.md) - [Pumpkin Spice Boba Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/boba-pops.md) - [Seasonally Spiced Indulgences](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-spice-collection.md) - [Pumpkin Pie Matcha Drinks](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/pumpkin-pie-matcha.md)