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Pear Elderflower Sparkler Cocktail Recipe

Pear Elderflower Sparkler Cocktail Recipe
This cocktail is all about delicate pear and elderflower flavors, topped off with sparkling wine for a light, elegant vibe. It works for celebrations or just hanging out with friends.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1

Equipment

  • Champagne flutes or tall glasses
  • Cocktail shaker
  • Jigger or measuring tool
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Bar spoon
  • Knife and cutting board
  • Vegetable peeler (optional for garnish)

Ingredients

  • 1 oz pear vodka or pear liqueur
  • ½ oz elderflower liqueur St-Germain
  • ½ oz fresh lemon juice
  • ¼ oz simple syrup
  • 3 oz dry sparkling wine or champagne
  • Pear slice or twist for garnish
  • Ice for shaking

Ingredient quality really matters here

Instructions

  • Fill your cocktail shaker halfway up with ice.
  • Add the pear vodka, elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  • Shake it hard for about 15–20 seconds, until everything's nice and chilled.
  • Strain into a champagne flute or tall glass.
  • Top with sparkling wine, pouring gently so you don't lose all those bubbles.
  • Give it one careful stir with a bar spoon to pull it all together.
  • Garnish with a thin pear slice or a twist right on the rim.

Notes

This one works for daytime or evening, honestly. You can easily double or triple the recipe if you're making a batch for a party.
If you end up with extra pear-elderflower mix (minus the sparkling wine), stash it in the fridge for up to two days. Add the bubbly just before serving so it stays lively.
Craving more pear flavor? Try muddling a bit of ripe pear in the shaker before adding the liquids. You can also tweak the simple syrup to taste, depending on how sweet your sparkling wine is or what you're in the mood for.
Switch up the garnish—maybe a thyme sprig or edible flowers—for some extra flair and a hint of aroma.