Pear and Thyme Bellini Cocktail
A fresh, lightly sweet Bellini featuring crisp pear nectar, sparkling prosecco, and a hint of herbal thyme. Perfect for brunch, fall gatherings, or a celebratory toast!
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Measuring jigger
- Small saucepan
- Mixing spoon
- Champagne flute
- Paring knife
- Cutting Board
- Small bowl
Ingredients
- 4 oz pear nectar chilled
- 3 oz prosecco or dry sparkling wine
- 1 oz pear brandy optional
- 1 sprig fresh thyme plus more for garnish
- 1 tsp sugar for thyme syrup (optional)
- pinch cinnamon optional
- pinch nutmeg optional
- thin pear slice for garnish
Instructions
- Chill a champagne flute in the fridge or freezer.
- Shake pear nectar and pear brandy (if using) with a sprig of thyme and ice. Strain into the flute.
- Slowly pour in the prosecco or sparkling wine and stir gently.
- Add a pinch of cinnamon or nutmeg if desired. Garnish with a thin pear slice and thyme sprig.
Notes
Pear nectar is richer than juice; simmer juice to concentrate if needed. For a sweeter drink, make thyme syrup with sugar, water, and thyme. Add pear brandy for depth, or omit for a lighter drink. Stir gently to keep the bubbles lively.