Spiced Pear Gin Cocktail

The Spiced Pear Gin Cocktail is an elegant, aromatic drink perfect for fall. With gin, pear juice, spiced pear liqueur, and a hint of cardamom bitters, this cocktail offers a delightful balance of floral, fruity, and spicy notes. Garnished with fresh pear and thyme, it’s as beautiful as it is refreshing.

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Spiced Pear Gin Cocktail

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Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: cardamom bitters, Gin, gin cocktails, Lemon Juice, lemon juice cocktails, pear, pear cocktails, pear juice, spiced pear liqueur, Thanksgiving, thanksgiving cocktails, Thyme

Servings: 1

Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

• Cocktail Shaker
• Jigger
• Strainer
• Rocks Glass

Ingredients

• 1.5 ounces gin
• 1 ounce pear juice
• 0.75 ounce St. George Spiced Pear Liqueur
• 0.5 ounce lemon juice
• 2 drops cardamom bitters
• Pear slice for garnish
• Sprig of thyme for garnish

Instructions

• Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add the gin, pear juice, spiced pear liqueur, lemon juice, and cardamom bitters.
• Shake vigorously until well-chilled.
• Strain the mixture into a glass filled with fresh ice.
• Garnish with a slice of pear and a sprig of thyme for an aromatic, festive touch.

Notes

Pro Tips

• For a stronger pear flavor, use fresh-pressed pear juice and a spiced pear liqueur with a warm, cinnamon or nutmeg profile.
• Lightly bruise the thyme sprig before garnishing to release its natural oils.
• Add an extra dash of cardamom bitters if you enjoy a bolder spice note.

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Tasting Notes

This Spiced Pear Gin Cocktail offers a crisp and refreshing taste, with the subtle sweetness of pear balanced by a hint of citrus and warmth from the cardamom bitters. The gin adds a botanical complexity, while the thyme and fresh pear garnish enhance the aromatic experience, making each sip a delightful, seasonal treat.