Pear Bourbon Sage Spritzer
This Pear Bourbon Sage Spritzer is an earthy-meets-refreshing cocktail layered with cozy warmth and crisp sparkle. Featuring a homemade ginger-sage syrup, fresh pear juice, bourbon, and a splash of ginger ale, it’s perfect for fall gatherings, cozy nights, or sipping fireside with friends.
Ingredients
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup sugar
- 5 ginger cubes
- 4 –5 sage leaves
- 1½ oz bourbon
- 2 oz fresh pear juice
- 2 oz ginger ale
- 1 Tbsp ginger-sage syrup
- Pear slice & sage sprig for garnish
Instructions
- Make syrup: simmer water, sugar, ginger, and sage; steep; strain.
- Build spritzer: combine bourbon, pear juice, ginger ale, and syrup over ice.
- Garnish with pear and sage.
- See full steps with tips & photos → https://p4pd.org/pear-bourbon-sage-spritzer/
Notes
- Store leftover syrup in a sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 week.
- Use canned pear juice if fresh isn’t available, but opt for 100% juice for best flavor.
- Try it with smoked bourbon for a deeper, more complex profile.