Pear and Sage Collins Cocktail
This twist on the classic Collins blends crisp pear puree, gin, lemon juice, and sage for a bright, smooth cocktail with refreshing bubbles and subtle herbal notes.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Jigger
- Highball glass
- Bar spoon
- Knife and cutting board
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz pear puree from ripe pears
- 0.75 oz simple syrup
- 5 fresh sage leaves
- soda water to top
- ice cubes
- pear slice for garnish
- sage sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Add sage leaves and simple syrup to a shaker and muddle gently to release sage oils.
- Add gin, lemon juice, and pear puree. Add ice and shake for 10–12 seconds.
- Strain into a highball glass filled with ice.
- Top with soda water and stir lightly.
- Garnish with a pear slice and a fresh sage sprig.
Notes
Homemade pear puree brings the freshest flavor. Use a dry gin to balance the sweetness of the pear. Adjust syrup for desired sweetness. Clap sage sprig before garnishing for extra aroma.