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Spiced Pear Cognac Cocktail

This warm and inviting cocktail combines ripe pears, cinnamon, and lemon juice, blended with rich cognac and honey syrup. Muddled to release fragrant flavors and shaken until chilled, it results in a smooth, amber-hued drink topped with cinnamon and pear slices. The final presentation is both visually appealing and aromatic, perfect for cozy evenings.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Total Time 10 minutes
Servings: 2
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Holiday/Festive
Calories: 150
Ingredients Equipment Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ripe pears preferably soft and fragrant
  • 2 cinnamon sticks cinnamon sticks
  • 1 lemon lemon for fresh juice
  • 3 tbsp honey syrup equal parts honey and water, warmed to combine
  • 4 oz cognac
  • 1 cup ice large cubes preferred

Equipment

  • Muddler
  • Shaker
  • Fine strainer
  • Citrus juicer
  • Chilled glasses

Method
 

  1. Peel, core, and chop the ripe pears into small pieces, placing them in a mixing bowl.
  2. Crush a cinnamon stick with your muddler to release its fragrant oils, then add it to the pears.
  3. Squeeze fresh lemon juice from the lemon and pour it over the pear and cinnamon mixture. Muddle together gently until the pears are well mashed and fragrant.
  4. Add a splash of honey syrup into the muddled mixture, stirring to combine and enhance the sweetness.
  5. Fill a shaker halfway with ice cubes, then pour in the muddled pear mixture along with the cognac.
  6. Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15 seconds, until the mixture is well chilled and the flavors meld.
  7. Place a fine strainer over chilled glasses and strain the cocktail mixture into each glass, catching any pulp or spice bits.
  8. Garnish each drink with a cinnamon stick and a thin slice of pear for a beautiful presentation and extra aroma.
  9. Serve immediately and enjoy the warmth, aroma, and smooth flavor of this festive cocktail.