The 12 drinks of Christmas

Pumpkin Pie Martini

Where:  Rizzuto's Wood-Fired Kitchen & Bar, 111 Memorial Road, West Hartford
What’s in it: Puréed pumpkin, Stoli vanilla vodka, Godiva white chocolate liqueur and Goldschlager with crumbled graham crackers on the rim.
Damage: $11

On the first day of Christmas, my true love drank with me: Rizzuto's pumpkin pie martini.

This drink is a cool twist on your typical holiday fare. The drink is made from the same fresh pumpkin used in a couple of the restaurant's dishes, so it's homey and filling—just like holiday treats should be. Instead of the typical hot chocolate or hot cider, the drink packs a decidedly pumpkin flavor backed by a strong alcoholic punch. It's basically the chilled version of a Thanksgiving side dish in a glass.