Pumpkin Pie Martini

• 1/2 cup brown sugar
• 2 teaspoons pumpkin pie spice, divided
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 2 cups half-and-half
• 2 tablespoons pumpkin puree
• 1/2 teaspoon vanilla extract
• Ice cubes
• 4 ounces vanilla vodka
• 1 liter sparkling water

1. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the brown sugar, 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice, and 1/2 cup water.
2. Stir until the sugar is dissolved and bring it to a boil.
3. Remove from heat and cool for 30 minutes.
4. Syrup can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
5. Mix together the granulated sugar and remaining 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice and put it onto a shallow plate.
6. Pour 2 tablespoons of the simple syrup onto a plate.
7. Dip the rims of 4 martini glasses into the syrup, and then in the spiced sugar.
8. Set aside.
9. In a large measuring cup, combine the half-and-half, pumpkin puree, vanilla, and half the simple syrup and whisk until well blended.
10. Pour in to a pitcher filled with ice.
11. If using the vodka, add it to the pitcher before serving and stir.
12. Pour into the prepared glasses.
13. Top with sparkling water.

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Taken from www.foodnetwork.com/recipes/sandra-lee/pumpkin-pie-martini-recipe.html (may not work)