Rosemary Pear Sparkler
The Rosemary Pear Sparkler is a delightful autumn-inspired cocktail that combines the sweetness of pear with the herbaceous notes of rosemary. This sophisticated martini is perfect for Thanksgiving gatherings, offering a fruity and refreshing taste with a touch of herbal complexity. The addition of prosecco lends a bubbly effervescence, making it a perfect celebratory drink for the season.
Rosemary Pear Sparkler
A delightful autumn-inspired cocktail featuring the sweetness of pear and the herbaceous notes of rosemary, topped with prosecco for a bubbly finish.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
5 mins
Total Time
20 mins
Ingredients
- 1/4 cup granulated sugar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 sprigs fresh rosemary
- 1 strip of lemon zest (about 1-inch wide)
- 1/2 very ripe pear
- Dash of lemon juice
- 1 oz pear vodka
- 1 oz unflavored vodka
- 2 tablespoons pear puree
- 2 tablespoons rosemary syrup
- 2 tablespoons prosecco or sparkling wine
- Ice
- Rosemary sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Create the rosemary simple syrup by dissolving sugar in water over medium-high heat, then steeping with rosemary and lemon zest.
- Blend the very ripe pear into a smooth puree with a splash of lemon juice.
- In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine both vodkas, pear puree, and rosemary syrup. Shake until well chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a large martini glass.
- Top with prosecco to taste and garnish with a fresh rosemary sprig.