Emerald Ginger Pear Drink (Printable)

A bright, refreshing blend of pear, ginger, lime, and mint for a cool, sophisticated sip.

# What You’ll Need:

01 - 1 ripe pear, peeled, cored, and diced

02 - 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice (about 1 lime)

03 - 2 fluid ounces pear juice (optional, for enhanced flavor)

04 - 6 fresh mint leaves

05 - 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, finely grated

06 - 3.5 fluid ounces gin (or pear vodka for variation)

07 - 2 teaspoons agave syrup or simple syrup

08 - Ice cubes

09 - Fresh mint sprigs and thin pear slices, for garnish

01 - In a cocktail shaker, muddle the diced pear, ginger, mint leaves, and lime juice until well combined and fragrant.

02 - Add pear juice, gin, and agave syrup into the shaker.

03 - Fill the shaker with ice, cover, and shake vigorously for approximately 20 seconds.

04 - Double strain the mixture into two chilled cocktail glasses filled with fresh ice.

05 - Garnish each glass with a sprig of mint and a thin slice of pear.

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It balances the sweet juiciness of ripe pear with the zing of fresh ginger in a way that feels like sharing a secret with a friend
The fresh herbs add a brightness that keeps it light and memorable, perfect for any occasion

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Using fresh ingredients is key; pre-packaged juices or old herbs will dull the flavor dramatically
Double straining is a game changer here to avoid gritty bits from the pear and herbs

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Chill your glasses ahead of time to keep cocktails colder longer
Use a fine mesh strainer twice to ensure a silky smooth finish without bits of fruit or ginger