Spiced Pear Moscow Mule Recipe
Ingredients:
For Spiced Pear Simple Syrup:
- ¾ cup of pear juice (homemade works great!)
- 1 cup of sugar1
- -2 cinnamon sticks
- ½ teaspoon of nutmeg
- ¼ teaspoon of cardamom
- 1 pear (diced)
For Pear Moscow Mule:
- 1 oz Spiced Pear Simple Syrup (adjust to preferences)
- 2 oz vodka
- Juice of 1 lime
- Sliced pear for garnish
Instructions:
For Spiced Pear Simple Syrup:
- Pour juice and sugar into pot and bring to boil, stirring until sugar is completely dissolved.
- Add cinnamon stick, nutmeg, cardamom, and diced pear and cook down for 2-5 minutes.
- Allow mixture to cool completely and then strain to remove residual spices and fruit pieces.
- Store in a mason jar in the refrigerator for longest shelf life, syrup should make 5-10 drinks depending on preferences.
To Assemble:
- Fill a cocktail shaker with simple syrup and vodka. Shake vigorously.
- Pour liquid into copper mug, then add juice of half a lime.
- Pour in half a can of ginger beer, and fill remainder of mug with ice.
- Add sliced pear to garnish or float in your cocktail (it makes a great snack!)