Ginger & Pear Bourbon Splash
Sweet ripe pear, warm bourbon, a kiss of honeyed ginger, and bright lemon – all topped with a spicy ginger ale fizz. This cocktail brings cozy fall vibes with just the right amount of sparkle. Garnished with fresh pear rounds (or slices) and candied ginger, it's the perfect sip for your fall table.
Ingredients
Cocktail Ingredients
- 2 oz Bourbon
- 2 oz Pear Nectar or Juice
- 1 oz Ginger Liqueur (I used Domaine de Canton)
- ½ Fresh Lemon Juice
- 1 oz Ginger Honey Simple Syrup *
- Ginger Ale to taste
- Fresh Pear Slices, Candied Ginger, Fresh Thyme for Garnish
Ginger Honey Simple Syrup
- ¼ cup Honey
- ¼ cup Water
- 1 1" piece of ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
Instructions
Make Ginger Honey Simple Syrup
- In a small saucepot, add water, honey and ginger.
- Bring to a slow simmer over medium heat, stirring occassionally until honey has dissolved. Allow to simmer about 5-7 minutes
- Remove from heat, and steep about 30 minutes.
- Strain into jar, removing ginger pieces, cover and refrigerate until ready to use. (Can be refrigerated up to one week).
Assemble Cocktail
- Combine bourbon, pear juice, ginger liqueur, lemon, and simple syrup in a cocktail shaker with ice.
- Shake vigorously untiled chilled, about 30 seconds.
- Pour into glass with icee, and top with ginger ale.Garnish with pear rounds/slices, and a piece of candied ginger on a cocktail pick. Skål! and Cheers!
