Ginger Pear Gin Punch Cocktail
This Ginger Pear Gin Punch is a refreshing party cocktail with mellow pear, zesty ginger, cinnamon, and sparkling bubbles. Fruity, a little spicy, and easy to batch for a group—sure to surprise and delight!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Measuring jigger
- Large pitcher
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Mixing spoon
- Cocktail glasses
- Ice cubes
- Knife and peeler
Ingredients
- 2 cups gin floral gin recommended
- 0.5 cup ginger liqueur
- 2 cups pear juice or pear purée fresh or bottled
- 0.5 cup lemon juice
- 0.25 cup simple syrup
- 0.5 cup pomegranate juice
- 1 stick cinnamon
- 0.5 cup sparkling wine or ginger ale for topping
- fresh ginger slices for garnish
- pear slices for garnish
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Pour the gin, ginger liqueur, pear juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, and pomegranate juice into your shaker.
- Add ice and shake for about 15 seconds, until cold.
- Strain the mix into a large pitcher filled with ice.
- Add the cinnamon stick and stir well.
- Pour into cocktail glasses, filling each about 2/3 full.
- Garnish with fresh ginger and pear slices, then serve immediately.
Notes
Use gin you enjoy drinking straight, and real pear juice or purée for best results. Add more ginger liqueur or cinnamon for extra spice. For a mocktail, use ginger ale and skip the gin/sparkling wine. Serve ice-cold and don't let it sit too long once mixed.