In a large saucepan, combine diced pears, sugar, and water. Bring the ingredients to a boil then reduce to a simmer. Allow the mixture to simmer for 15 minutes.
2 pears, 1 ½ cups granulated sugar, 1 cup water
After the mixture simmers, slightly mash the pears then strain the liquid so only the syrup remains. Set aside to cool.
For the Cocktail
Add a large ice cube and three tablespoons of pear simple syrup into a cocktail glass.
3 tablespoons pear simple syrup
Next, pour in ginger beer until the glass is about ¾ full. Add the lemon vodka and stir to combine.
½ cup ginger beer, ¼ cup lemon vodka
Garnish with a pear slice and a sprig of sage. Enjoy!
Sage
Notes
The serving size is 1 cocktail. Actual calories will vary.
You can make the simple syrup ahead of time and store it in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.
Nutrition Facts
Pear Ginger Beer Cocktail
Serving Size
1 drink
Amount per Serving
Calories
340
% Daily Value*
Sodium
44
mg
2
%
Potassium
40
mg
1
%
Carbohydrates
54
g
18
%
Sugar
54
g
60
%
Calcium
11
mg
1
%
Iron
2
mg
11
%
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet.