This cozy Spiced Pear Mocktail is fizzy, fragrant and layered with warm fall spices and soft, fresh pear flavor. It’s refreshing yet comforting, making it a perfect nonalcoholic drink for fall and winter gatherings.
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About this Pear Mocktail recipe
You know that feeling when you discover a recipe you just can’t get enough of? This is one of those. This Spiced Pear Mocktail might be my favorite drink I’ve made in a while.
This mocktail uses a homemade pear syrup, combining it with pear nectar, fresh lime juice and spicy ginger beer for a drink that hits sweet, tart and warm notes all at once.
It’s a simple drink with lots of depth, and it looks beautiful served in a champagne flute or any nice cocktail glass you have on hand. Make one for yourself or scale it up for a holiday or winter party.
Why you’ll love this recipe
- Cozy yet refreshing: The warm cinnamon, clove and ginger in the pear syrup meet fizzy ginger beer for a drink that feels comforting but still bright.
- Easy to make: Just shake the base ingredients, strain and top with ginger beer for perfect mocktails in minutes.
- Great for fall and winter: Pear and ginger beer are a natural fit for Thanksgiving, Christmas or just a night in when the weather is chilly.
Tools & glassware
You’ll need a cocktail shaker * to mix the pear syrup, lime juice and pear nectar, plus a fine-mesh strainer * for pouring the drink into your glass. A jigger helps measure the ingredients accurately. Serve the drink in champagne flutes for a festive look or use any glass you have available.
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Ingredients and substitutions
This sparkling pear mocktail starts with homemade pear syrup, which provides delicious fresh pear flavor from the simmered fruit juice. Pear nectar deepens the flavor and adds body, while lime juice adds brightness and acidity so the drink doesn’t become too sweet. Ginger beer is the perfect ingredient to finish this non-alcoholic treat, with bubbles and a spicy kick that ties everything together.
Using a fresh sprig of rosemary or fresh mint as a garnish makes it fragrant and festive.
If you’d like to tone down the spice in this drink, try subbing the ginger beer for club soda or sparkling water. A splash of lemon juice in place of lime juice would work in a pinch.
Instructions
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- First we’ll make our pear syrup by simmering pear juice with the spices and sugar for about 25 minutes.
- Let it cool a bit, then you’re ready to make the mocktail.
- Then it’s ready to mix into the drink.
- In the glass, combine pear syrup, lime juice and pear nectar.
- Top with ginger beer.
- Then give it a stir, add a garnish and enjoy!
Tips & tricks
- Use chilled ingredients. Cold syrup and nectar help the drink stay crisp when topped with ginger beer.
- Choose a strong ginger beer. A spicier style gives the mocktail more depth and balances the sweetness of the pear.
- Stir gently. This gets the mocktail mixed while preserving the ginger beer’s bubbles.
Food pairings
This Pear Mocktail pairs well with fall snacks and winter holiday treats. Try it with:
Snacks: Spiced nuts or kettle corn bring a salty-sweet contrast that highlights the warm pear flavor.
Appetizers: A Christmas charcuterie board or charcuterie cups with brie or gouda complement the pear and ginger notes nicely.
Desserts: Pear crisp, gingerbread or cinnamon sugar donuts all echo the warm flavors in the drink.
FAQ
Yes. Mix the pear syrup, lime juice and pear nectar up to 24 hours ahead, then store in the fridge. Add ginger beer right before serving.
Absolutely. Increase or decrease the pear syrup to suit your taste or use a less sweet ginger beer.
Yes. Add a splash of bourbon, spiced rum or pear brandy for a cocktail version.
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Pear Mocktail
ingredients
Pear Syrup
- 1 cup pear juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 2 whole whole cinnamon sticks
- 4 whole cloves
- 2 1-inch pieces ginger root sliced
Pear Mocktail
- 1 ounce pear syrup
- ½ ounce lime juice
- 1½ ounces pear nectar
- 4-6 ounce ginger beer
instructions
Pear Syrup
- In a small saucepan, combine the pear juice, sugar, cinnamon sticks, cloves and ginger slices.1 cup pear juice, 1 cup sugar, 2 whole whole cinnamon sticks, 4 whole cloves, 2 1-inch pieces ginger root
- Bring to a gentle simmer, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Let it cook for about 10-15 minutes to develop the spices.
- Remove from heat, let cool and strain through a fine-mesh strainer * to remove the spices. Store in an food-safe, airtight container for up to 2 weeks.
Pear Mocktail
- In a cocktail shaker * (or right in the glass) combine pear syrup, lime juice and pear nectar. Strain into a champagne flute. Top with ginger beer and stir.1 ounce pear syrup, ½ ounce lime juice, 1½ ounces pear nectar, 4-6 ounce ginger beer
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