Name: Pear Gin Spritz
Prep time: 3 min
Cook time: 2 min
Total time: 5 min
Yield: 1 Drink
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: A Few Chunks Of Pear; 0.5 teaspoons Honey Syrup (Or Simple Syrup); 1 shot Gin; 4 ounces Dry Sparkling Wine/Prosecco/Champagne, Or Sparkling Water; A Few Rosemary Sprigs

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Pear Gin Spritz

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Ingredients

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Pear Gin Spritz

A Few Chunks Of Pear

½ teaspoons Honey Syrup (Or Simple Syrup)

1 shot Gin

4 ounces Dry Sparkling Wine/Prosecco/Champagne, Or Sparkling Water

A Few Rosemary Sprigs

Instructions

In a cocktail shaker, muddle the pear with the honey syrup or simple syrup. Add the gin and a few cubes of ice. Shake until the outside of the cocktail shaker is frosty. Strain into a cocktail glass. Top with a splash of dry wine or sparkling water. Slap a sprig of rosemary to release the oils. Garnish the cocktail with the rosemary. Serve.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

Infuse Rosemary Strategically 🌿
Gently bruise the rosemary sprigs between your palms before adding to release essential oils, then remove them after 5-10 minutes to prevent the drink from becoming bitter or overly woody.
Prepare Honey Syrup in Advance 🍯
Make your honey syrup ahead of time and chill it thoroughly; this allows the sweetness to integrate smoothly without needing hot water, which would dilute the final drink when ice is added.
Caramelize Pear Chunks for Depth 🍐
Briefly pan-sear your pear chunks in a hot skillet with a touch of butter to develop a light caramel on the edges, enhancing natural sweetness and adding textural complexity to each sip.
Batch Prep in a Pitcher 🍶
For parties, combine gin, honey syrup, and bruised rosemary in a pitcher up to 2 hours ahead, then add sparkling wine and pear chunks just before serving to maintain optimal carbonation and freshness.
Chill Your Glassware 🧊
Pre-chill all glasses in the freezer for at least 15 minutes; this keeps the spritz perfectly cold without requiring excessive ice that would dilute the delicate flavors as it melts.