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Sparkling Vanilla Pear

Sparkling Vanilla Pear Mocktail for Effervescent Fall Joy

Enjoy a delightful Sparkling Vanilla Pear mocktail that captures the essence of autumn in every sip.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Infusion Time 30 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Autumn
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Base
  • 1 cup High-quality pear juice or pear + pear nectar blend Fresh juice provides the best taste.
  • 1 cup Ripe pear (peeled, cored, and puréed) Opt for ripe pears for peak sweetness.
  • 1 Vanilla bean (split and scraped, plus pod) Infuses warmth and aroma.
  • 1-2 Tbsp Maple syrup Adjust to taste; honey can be used as an alternative.
  • 1 small slice Fresh ginger Optional for a spicy kick.
  • 1 small sprig Fresh thyme or rosemary Optional; substitute with mint for a fresh twist.
  • 1 small Cinnamon stick Contributes warmth and fragrance.
For the Fizz
  • 1-1.5 cups Sparkling water (chilled) Experiment with flavored sparkling water.
  • Ice Large cubes preferred to slow dilution.
For Garnish
  • 1 Lemon wedge For glass rim, enhances presentation.
  • to taste Cinnamon sugar mixture For rimming glass.
  • as desired Garnishes (thin pear slices, vanilla bean pod, fresh thyme/rosemary, star anise) Elevates visual appeal and aroma.

Equipment

  • Large pitcher
  • Serving glasses

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a large pitcher, combine pear juice, puréed pear, and maple syrup. Add vanilla bean, ginger slice, thyme sprig, and cinnamon stick. Stir gently and refrigerate for 30 minutes to 2 hours.
  2. Prepare serving glasses by rubbing a lemon wedge around the rims, then dip them into cinnamon sugar mixture. Fill glasses with large ice cubes.
  3. Retrieve the infusion from the refrigerator. Pour in chilled sparkling water, starting with about 1 cup. Gently stir to combine.
  4. Serve the mocktail over the ice in each glass. Garnish with a vanilla bean pod, pear slices, thyme sprigs, and optionally, star anise.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCarbohydrates: 35gSodium: 5mgPotassium: 150mgFiber: 1gSugar: 30gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 8mgCalcium: 15mgIron: 0.2mg

Notes

Best enjoyed fresh, avoid leaving at room temperature for more than 1 hour. Store prepared infusion in airtight container for up to 3 days, add sparkling water just before serving.

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