Clove-Kissed Pear Delight

This delightful cocktail, named Clove-Kissed Pear Delight, combines the warm, aromatic essence of clove with the crisp, harvest-fresh flavor of pears. The pale green hue, reminiscent of a fresh pear, is achieved by muddling slices of USA Green Anjou pear, leaving the skin on for a touch of natural freshness. Created by Brian O'Neill of Café Gray in New York City, this cocktail captures the essence of autumn in a glass.

Clove-Kissed Pear Delight

A delightful cocktail that pairs clove-infused simple syrup with fresh USA Pear purée and vodka, creating a refreshing and aromatic drink.

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Ingredients

  • 1-1/2 oz pear vodka, such as Absolut Pears or Grey Goose La Poire
  • 1/2 oz fresh purée of Green Anjou or Comice pear
  • 1/2 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 oz clove-infused simple syrup
  • 3 to 4 thin slices of USA Green Anjou pear, skin on
  • Ice

Instructions

  1. In a shaker, muddle the slices of USA Green Anjou pear to release their juices and flavor.
  2. Add the pear vodka, fresh pear purée, lemon juice, and clove-infused simple syrup to the shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously until the mixture is cold and frothy.
  4. Strain the cocktail into a chilled glass.
  5. Garnish the cocktail with a slice of Anjou or Comice pear.