Drinks and Cocktails
The Ultimate Easy Candy Corn Martini Recipe for Halloween
This Candy Corn Martini is a nostalgic trip in a glass, perfectly capturing the honey-vanilla essence of the classic treat without being cloyingly sweet. By using a quick home-infused vodka and a splash of cream, you get a festive, layered look that will be the talk of your next October gathering.
- Prep
- 10 min
- Serves
- 4
- Level
- Easy
- Per serving
- 245 kcal
Method
Begin by infusing your vodka. Combine the candy corn and the vodka in a clean glass jar. Let it sit at room temperature for at least 3-4 hours, or until the candy has completely dissolved and the liquid is a bright orange.
Strain the infused vodka through a fine-mesh sieve or a coffee filter to remove any waxy residue from the candies. Set aside.
For each cocktail, add 2 ounces of the candy corn vodka, 1 ounce of pineapple juice, and 0.25 ounces of simple syrup into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
Shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty and very cold.
Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
To get that signature tri-color look, slowly pour 0.5 ounces of heavy cream over the back of a spoon onto the surface of the drink so it floats slightly on top.
Garnish with a few whole candy corn pieces or a rim of orange sugar if you're feeling fancy.
Notes
If you're in a hurry, you can gently warm the vodka and candy corn in a saucepan over very low heat to speed up the melting, but don't let it boil.
Store any leftover candy corn vodka in the freezer; it stays perfectly slushy and ready for your next drink.
For a cleaner pour, use a cocktail jigger to ensure your layers don't mix too quickly.
Use a high-quality vodka for this; since the candy corn is so sweet, a cheap vodka will make the finish feel a bit harsh.
