Ingredients
- Pear vodka: Grey Goose La Poire is the best stuff out there. You can also use Absolut Pear.
- Elderflower liqueur: there are numerous elderflower brands on the market. St. Germaine and St. Elder are the two most popular. You can also substitute Pamplemousse liqueur, Ginger liqueur for a gingery spin, or even orange liqueur.
- Fresh lemon juice: freshly squeezed lemon is always best. Use a citrus squeezer for the best results. If you must use bottled, look for ReaLemon.
- Simple syrup: I use simple suryp (sugar water) in a lot of my cocktails. It’s a clear sugar syrup consisting of equal parts water and sugar (50:50), melted on the stove on low heat. It’s a universal cocktail sweetener that easily dissolves in your drink.
See the recipe card for full information on ingredients and quantities below.
Step by Step Instructions
Step 1.
Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with a cup of ice or two large ice cubes.
Step 2.
Shake for 15 seconds and double strain into a chilled coupe glass.
Step 3.
Garnish with a fan of pear slices and serve.
Expert Tips
- Place your glasses in the freezer to keep them chilled. This helps keep your drinks cooler for longer.
- Double straining through a fine mesh strainer removes tiny ice chips. This prevents continued dilution and also improves texture and appearance.
- Start with 1/2 an ounce of simple syrup and add more as needed. 1/2 ounce is likely enough. Just to note, I have decreased the simple sugar amount based on reader feedback in the comments!
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I make homemade pear vodka?
If you’d like to attempt to make homemade pear-infused vodka, I recommend chopping 4-5 pears and soaking in 750ML of vodka for 1 week. Taste and add more time as needed. Strain and serve.
Can I muddle fresh pear in regular vodka?
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