For simple syrup, combine pear, sugar, water, cinnamon sticks and cloves in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, stirring frequently. Reduce heat to medium-low. Simmer, uncovered, for 5 to 7 minutes or until pears are softened. Cool completely.
Recipe
Author
Hy-Vee Seasons
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Description
You’ll fall in love with this bourbon beverage made with simple ingredients and cozy spices. By using a Viski smoker cocktail kit at home, you can add a higher level of sophistication. The flavors of the liquid and smoke infuse together, creating a delicious combination.
Servings and Ingredients
Ingredients
Serves 1
| Quantity | Ingredient | Add |
|---|---|---|
| Spiced Pear Simple Syrup | ||
| 1 unpeeled red pear, finely chopped | ||
| ½ c. pure cane turbinado sugar | ||
| ½ c. water | ||
| 3 cinnamon sticks, plus additional for garnish | ||
| 3 whole cloves | ||
| Cocktail | ||
| 3 oz. bourbon | ||
| 2 oz. spiced pear simple syrup | ||
| 2 oz. apple cider | ||
| ½ oz. fresh lemon juice | ||
| 2 dash(es) orange bitters | ||
| Thinly sliced red pear, for garnish | ||
| Fresh thyme, for garnish | ||
Things To Grab
- Small saucepan
- Fine-mesh sieve
- Bowl
- Plastic wrap
- Weighted bar spoon
- 14-oz. rocks glass
- Viski smoker cocktail kit
- 2-in.-square ice cube
Directions
Strain syrup through a fine-mesh sieve set over a bowl; discard mixture in sieve. Cover and refrigerate up to 2 weeks.
For each cocktail, stir together bourbon, simple syrup, apple cider, lemon juice and orange bitters in a 14-oz. rocks glass. Using a Viski smoker cocktail kit, smoke cocktail according to manufacturer’s directions or to desired smoke level.
To serve, add a 2-in.-square ice cube to cocktail. Garnish with pear slices, fresh thyme and a cinnamon stick, if desired.
Nutrition facts
Servings
620 Calories per serving
7 1/2 oz.
Amounts Per Serving
- Total Fat: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
- Sodium: 15mg
- Total Carbohydrates: 100g
- Protein: 0g
Daily Values
0%
Iron 6%
0%
Calcium 2%
0%
Vitamin D 0%
0%
Potassium 6%