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    RECIPES » Drink » Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail

    Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail

    Dec 28, 2021 · Last updated: Apr 21, 2022 by Gina · This post may contain affiliate links. Read our disclosure policy.

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    ginger pear spirit infused cocktail

    Make your own handcrafted infused fruit-forward spirits to create this delicious Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail Crafting your own spirits is easy and creates unique flavor combinations you cannot buy in a store.

    Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail
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    Creating your own spirit-infused cocktails will impress your friends at your next party. Try serving it with a savory baked brie recipe with cranberry jam. It is an upscale appetizer that is very quick to make, and the best part is, all the ingredients can be kept on hand for an impromptu get-together with friends. These savory and easy-to-make parmesan rosemary shortbread cookies are an elegant appetizer that would pair well with this ginger pear cocktail.

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    • 😊 Why make this recipe
    • 🍹 What are infused spirits
    • 🛒 Ingredient notes
    • 🔪 Step by step instructions
    • 💭 Tips for making the recipe
    • ✔️ Equipment
    • 🔀 Variations
    • ❓ FAQ
    • Related Recipes
    • Recipe
    • 🎥 Need more ideas?

    😊 Why make this recipe

    • Creating your own infused spirits is easy to do.
    • When you create your own infused spirits, you have the opportunity to create delicious and unique combinations of flavors you can not purchase at a store.
    • An infusion kit can be made and given as a gift. All the receiver has to do is add 12 oz of spirits.

    🍹 What are infused spirits

    Infused spirits is a technique of putting ingredients such as fruit, spices, or herbs into liquor for 3 to 4 days to create new flavor profiles. After a few days, the liquor is strained and used in cocktails.

    🛒 Ingredient notes

    Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail ingredients

    Dried pears: Be sure they are no sugar added. Try and get whole pear slices not, diced pieces.

    Dried California Pears, Unsweetened

    Crystallized ginger: It is also known as candied ginger. It is made by cooking peeled and sliced all-natural ginger root in sugar water until soft and tender, and then lightly coating the ginger pieces in sugar and dried.

    Dried Crystallized Ginger

    Honey powder: You could use white sugar as a substitute. However, the honey infuses a sweet earthy flavor to the cocktail.

    SoulBee Honey Powder

    Lemon powder: Be sure and purchase pure lemon powder, not lemonade.

    True Lemon Shaker

    Cinnamon stick: Be sure to get whole cinnamon sticks, not powdered. Also, the Ceylon variety of cinnamon sticks are milder and which helps develop a nice subtle flavor to your cocktail.

    Organic Ceylon cinnamon sticks

    See the recipe card for a complete list and quantities.

    🔪 Step by step instructions

    1. Fill the jar with dried fruit, honey powder, and cinnamon still.
    Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail

    2. Fill the jar with your favorite vodka. Place the filled jar in the refrigerator. The jar should be in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days to allow the fruit to infuse into the vodka.

    Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail

    3. When ready to serve strain infused spirits through a fine-mesh strainer.

    4. Add two ounces of pear juice to a glass and then stir in 2 oz of the infused vodka.

    5. Garnish and serve

    ⭐ Hint: Garnish could be a slice of fresh pear, a spring of rosemary, or a thin slice of fresh ginger. For a dramatic effect, light a cinnamon stick and place it in the glass when serving.

    💭 Tips for making the recipe

    When infusing spirits, it is best to allow the alcohol to sit for 3 to 4 days before you plan on using them. Keep refrigerated.

    ✔️ Equipment

    There really is not much needed to infuse your own spirits. A few basic tools and you can let your blending creativity sore.

    • Mason jars 16 oz 15 Pack
    • Fine Mesh Sieve Strainer Stainless Steel Cocktail Strainer
    • Stainless Steel Funnel

    🔀 Variations

    Once you start infusing your own spirits, you will enjoy how easy it is to try new flavor combinations

    • The recipe would also be great with bourbon.
    • You could use white sugar instead of honey sugar if you prefer.
    • If you do not have pear juice, you could substitute this with apple juice.

    ❓ FAQ

    What is a cocktail infusion?

     Infusio cocktails are created using a neutral spirit such as vodka or gin infused with dried or fresh fruits, herbs, and sugars.

    What is the best alcohol to infuse?

    Vodka is the best alcohol to infuse because it does not have much flavor and takes on infused fruits and herbs. However, you can also use tequila, rum, whiskey, gin, or any other favorite spirit.

    Do alcohol infusions need to be refrigerated?

    Room temperature is fine for serving your infused drink however it is best to infuse your cocktail in the refrigerator for a minimum of three days.

    Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail

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    Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail

    Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail

    Gina
    Make your own handcrafted infused fruit-forward spirits to create this delicious Ginger Pear Spirit Infused Cocktail Crafting your own spirits is easy and creates unique flavor combinations you cannot buy in a store.
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    Prep Time 10 mins
    Resting time 3 d
    Total Time 3 d 10 mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Servings 4
    Calories 362 kcal

    Equipment

    Pint canning jars

    Ingredients
      

    • 6 slices dried pear
    • 4 pieces dried crystallized ginger
    • 1 cinnamon stick
    • 1/4 cup honey powder
    • 1/2 teaspoon crystallized lemon
    • 1 pint vodka
    • 1 cup pear juice You could also substitute the pear juice for apple juice instead

    Instructions
     

    • Fill jar with dried fruit, cinnamon stick, honey powder, and vodka. Reseal the lid tightly.
    • Place the filled jar in the refrigerator. The jar should be in the refrigerator for 3 to 4 days to allow the fruit to infuse into the vodka.
    • When ready to serve strain infused spirits through a fine-mesh strainer.
    • Add 4 oz of pear juice to a glass and then stir in 4 oz of the infused vodka.
    • Garnish and serve

    Notes

    ⭐ Hint: Garnish could be a slice of fresh pear, a spring of rosemary, or a thin slice of fresh ginger. For a dramatic effect, light a cinnamon stick and place it in the glass when serving.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1gCalories: 362kcalCarbohydrates: 24gProtein: 1gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 1gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 78mgFiber: 1gSugar: 21gVitamin A: 3IUVitamin C: 11mgCalcium: 16mgIron: 1mg
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