Pear Spritz Cocktail Recipe
Pear Spritz Cocktail
Makes 1
Smooth Amontillado sherry and crisp pear cider blend beautifully in this simple, sophisticated holiday sipper. Garnish with a sweet, creamy slice of the Holiday Pear.
Ingredients:
- Ice
- 1 1/2 ounces Amontillado sherry
- 1 ounce pear cider
- 1 tablespoon maple syrup
- 1 dash cardamom bitters
- 2 ounces Champagne or Prosecco
- Pear slice, for garnish
- Thyme sprig, for garnish
Directions:
- In a tall glass of ice, add Amontillado, pear cider, maple syrup, and bitters. Stir until blended.
- Top with sparkling wine. Garnish with pear slice and thyme sprig.
- Bartender's Tip:
- This cocktail offers a great way to use leftover sparkling wine. Or, if you don't need a whole bottle, get a split (187ml).