Pear Liqueur

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Servings: 3 Difficulty: Intermediate
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A smooth, aromatic homemade spirit infused with ripe pears and warm spices.
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This homemade Pear Liqueur transforms simple, ripe pears into a sophisticated, smooth spirit perfect for sipping neat or using in elegant cocktails. By infusing vodka, rum, or brandy with fresh fruit, sugar syrup, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and coriander, you achieve a balanced sweetness that highlights the pear’s natural floral notes. The process is simple but requires patience, allowing the flavors to meld over several weeks. The result is a silky, indulgent beverage that feels luxurious yet approachable. It makes an exceptional host gift or a special treat for autumn evenings. Serve chilled over ice or as a digestif after a hearty meal.

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Pear Liqueur

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Difficulty: Intermediate
Servings: 3 Calories: 901.1

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This homemade Pear Liqueur transforms simple, ripe pears into a sophisticated, smooth spirit perfect for sipping neat or using in elegant cocktails. By infusing vodka, rum, or brandy with fresh fruit, sugar syrup, and a hint of warm spices like cinnamon, nutmeg, clove, and coriander, you achieve a balanced sweetness that highlights the pear's natural floral notes. The process is simple but requires patience, allowing the flavors to meld over several weeks. The result is a silky, indulgent beverage that feels luxurious yet approachable. It makes an exceptional host gift or a special treat for autumn evenings. Serve chilled over ice or as a digestif after a hearty meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Wash and core the pears, then slice them into thin wedges.
  2. If using apples, wash, core, and slice them similarly.
  3. Place the pear slices (and apple slices if using) into a clean, wide-mouth jar.
  4. Add the cinnamon, nutmeg, cloves, and coriander seeds to the jar.
  5. Pour the vodka, rum, or brandy over the fruit and spices.
  6. Stir in the sugar syrup gently to combine.
  7. Seal the jar tightly and store in a cool, dark place.
  8. Let the mixture steep for 3 to 4 weeks, shaking the jar gently every few days.
  9. Strain the liqueur through a fine-mesh sieve lined with cheesecloth or a coffee filter into a clean bottle.
  10. Taste the liqueur and adjust sweetness or strength if necessary before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 3

Amount Per Serving
Calories 901.1kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 9.4g15%
Saturated Fat 1.2g6%
Cholesterol 0.0mg0%
Sodium 29.5mg2%
Total Carbohydrate 157.8g53%
Dietary Fiber 53.2g213%
Sugars 81.4g
Protein 8.7g18%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

Keywords: pear, liqueur, infused, vodka, rum, brandy, homemade, spiced, cinnamon, clove, coriander, nutmeg, cocktail, digestif, fruit, sweet, steep, gift, autumn, winter
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