Pear Sage & Ginger Cocktail

I don't post a ton of cocktail recipes, but boy do I love myself a good drink. This is the perfect thanksgiving / holiday cocktail that you can make ahead in a big batch. Not too sweet with classic holiday herbs, these go down easy!
Servings: 16 yield(s)
Prep Time: 10 mins
Cook Time: 5 mins
Total Time: 15 mins
Ingredients
  • 3.5 cup Vodka
  • 4 cup Pear Juice
  • 34 floz San Pelligrino (Or other sparkling water)
  • 1 Pear (Optional - for garnish)
  • For the Sage Ginger Syrup
  • 1 cup Sugar
  • 1 cup Water
  • 3 tbsp Fresh Ginger (or 6 frozen ginger cubes)
  • 4 Sage Leaves
Instructions
  1. Start by making your syrup. In a small sauce pan, add sugar, water, ginger, and sage. Simmer on medium heat until sugar is dissolved and mixture has slightly thickened, about 5-7 minutes. Set aside to cool
  2. To a large pitcher, add vodka, pear juice, 1 cup of your syrup (add more or less to taste), and top with sparkling water. Garnish with sliced pears and sage leaves.