Pear Liqueur

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.

Cuisine: Global

Courses: Drinks

Difficulty: Intermediate

Servings: 3

Calories: 901.1

Dietary: Gluten-free, Vegetarian

Description

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

1 pound Pears
3 cup Vodka, rum, or brandy
1 cup Sugar syrup (see recipe)
2 pn Cinnamon, nutmeg
2 Clove
2 Coriander Seed
2 Apple (optional)

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

Read it online: https://www.chefs-mate.com/recipe/pear-liqueur/