Refreshing and elegant, this vibrant mocktail spritz can be enjoyed by every family member. Keeping the peel on the pear creates a stylish stained glass effect. The aromatic Bartlett pear is the perfect choice for this rosemary-infused spritz, but feel free to substitute with any variety of pear that’s conveniently available. Serve alongside our Baked Brie With Honey and Pears or our Pear and Cheese Pairing Board.
Freeze extra Pear Rosemary Syrup in ice cube trays; one frozen cube has enough syrup for one cocktail. Thaw ahead of serving, or add to spritz as is. To create an alcoholic Pear Spritz, add a splash of white wine or rum, or some fizzy Prosecco.
Pear Spritz Mocktail
This vibrant mocktail features a rosemary infusion and the sweet taste of pears.
Ingredients
Pear Rosemary Syrup
- ¾ cup granulated sugar
- ¾ cup water
- 1 Bartlett pear chopped (or pear of choice)
- 1 sprig rosemary
Mocktail
- thinly sliced pears
- ice
- 1½ oz Pear Rosemary Syrup
- ⅔ cup club soda approx
- 1 sprig rosemary
Instructions
Pear Rosemary Syrup
- In saucepan, bring sugar, water, pear and rosemary to a boil over medium heat, and continue boiling until sugar is dissolved. Reduce heat and simmer until pears are very tender and falling apart, 15 to 18 minutes.
- Using an immersion blender or blender, whirl until smooth. Strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a bowl. Let cool. The Pear Rosemary Syrup makes ¾ cup. Store in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Mocktail
- Arrange sliced pears inside a tall glass or wine glass; fill with ice. Top with pear syrup, club soda and rosemary; gently stir to combine.
