Spiced Pear Bourbon Fizz Cocktail Recipe

When I want a cozy drink with a twist, I reach for my Spiced Pear Bourbon Fizz. This cocktail combines the sweet, warm flavor of ripe pears with the bold taste of bourbon and a hint of spice.

It’s perfect for relaxing after a long day or sharing with friends. I find the gentle fizz and spicy notes make it feel special, but it’s not tricky to make at home.

Honestly, it’s great for fall gatherings, holiday parties, or just when I’m craving something simple and tasty. If you like drinks that balance sweetness, spice, and a fun pop of bubbles, you’ll want to give this one a try.

I love how easy it is—just a few steps, nothing fussy, and the ingredients aren’t hard to track down.

Spiced Pear Bourbon Fizz Cocktail Recipe

I make the Spiced Pear Bourbon Fizz for gatherings and cozy evenings. This sparkling cocktail blends bourbon, baking spices, and fresh pear for something that feels both special and seasonal.

Equipment

• Cocktail shaker
• Fine mesh strainer
• Jigger or measuring spoons
• Muddler (optional, for pear slices or spices)
• Coupe glass or rocks glass
• Small saucepan (for making the spiced pear syrup)
• Bar spoon
• Citrus juicer (for fresh lemon juice)
• Paring knife and cutting board (to slice pear and herbs)

Ingredients

• 2 oz bourbon
• 1 oz spiced pear simple syrup
• 1 oz fresh lemon juice
• 1 oz pear juice
• 2-3 oz prosecco or sparkling wine
• 1 cinnamon stick
• 2-3 cloves
• 1 small piece of cardamom (crushed)
• 1-2 pear slices (for garnish)
• Ice cubes
• Sage or thyme sprig (for garnish)
• Optional: Extra cinnamon sticks or baking spices for garnish
• Simple syrup (if extra sweetness is needed)

Instructions

• Add bourbon, spiced pear syrup, fresh lemon juice, and pear juice to a shaker.
• Fill the shaker with ice and shake well for 10-15 seconds.
• Strain the drink into a chilled coupe glass or rocks glass filled with fresh ice.
• Top with prosecco or sparkling wine, pouring slowly to keep the fizz.
• Stir gently with a bar spoon to combine.
• Garnish with a pear slice, cinnamon stick, or a sprig of sage or thyme.
• Optionally add a pinch of ground baking spices or float extra cinnamon and cloves for more aroma.

Notes

I always recommend using fresh pear juice and lemon juice for the brightest flavor. If you don’t have prosecco, any dry sparkling wine will work just fine.

I make my spiced pear syrup with real pears, cinnamon sticks, cardamom, and cloves simmered in water and sugar. Let it cool fully before using.

Garnishes like pear slices, sage, or thyme add a lovely look and a pop of aroma. You can skip some of the spices if you want a lighter flavor.

Don’t forget to chill your glass before making this cocktail. It keeps the fizz sharp and refreshing from the first sip.

Tasting Notes

When I take my first sip, I notice the smooth flavor of bourbon right away. It’s warm and a little sweet.

The spiced pear syrup brings in some gentle fruitiness. I can taste pear, cinnamon, and just a touch of clove.

The cocktail’s fizzy from the club soda. Those bubbles make it feel light on my tongue.

Sometimes I get a bit of citrus from the lemon juice. It makes everything taste a little brighter, which I like.

On the nose, the drink smells like spice, with hints of fruit and caramel from the bourbon.

I just appreciate how the sweetness and spice don’t drown out the whiskey. It feels balanced—a bit cozy, honestly—and really easy to sip.