Spiced Pear Gin Fizz Cocktail
A refreshing and flavorful twist on the classic gin fizz. Crisp pear, subtle spice, and a touch of bubbles make this drink perfect for fall or any time you want something elegant and out of the ordinary.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Jigger or measuring cup
- Muddler
- Bar spoon
- Highball glass or collins glass
- Small sharp knife
- Citrus juicer or reamer
- Ice cubes
Ingredients
- 2 oz gin
- 1 oz pear juice fresh or bottled
- 0.5 oz lemon juice fresh
- 0.75 oz simple syrup add more to taste
- 1 dash ground cinnamon
- 1 dash ground nutmeg
- 2 oz club soda
- fresh pear slices for garnish
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Cut and muddle a few fresh pear slices at the bottom of your shaker.
- Add gin, pear juice, lemon juice, simple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg into the shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake hard for about 15 seconds.
- Double strain the mix into a glass filled with fresh ice.
- Garnish with a pear slice on the rim or dropped into the glass. Serve immediately.
Notes
Adjust sweetness by adding more syrup if needed. Ginger syrup is a fun substitute for simple syrup. For a mocktail, skip the gin and increase pear juice and club soda. Garnish with pear, cinnamon stick, or rosemary for a creative touch. Fresh juice and high-quality ingredients make a big difference.