Honey Ginger Pear Sparkler

This delightful mocktail offers a perfect blend of autumnal flavors, creating a beverage that is both refreshing and comforting. The natural sweetness of ripe pear nectar is beautifully complemented by the warming spice of fresh ginger infused into a simple honey syrup. Topped with crisp sparkling water, it's a wonderfully balanced and festive drink suitable for any celebration or a quiet, cozy evening.
Honey Ginger Pear Sparkler

Preparation

Preparation time: 10 minutes

Preparation time
Difficulty

Drink Classification

This beverage is classified as a contemporary mocktail. It falls into the non-alcoholic category, designed with a complexity and flavor profile that rivals modern craft cocktails. It is not considered a classical drink due to its recent conception.

Serving

This is a completely non-alcoholic drink served cold in a tall Collins or highball glass over ice. The presentation is elegant and refreshing.
Serving size
Approximately 250 ml / 8.5 oz
Alcohol content
0% ABV
Alcohol strength
Serving temperature
Cold
Glass type
Collins
Glass treatment
None

Backstory

This drink is a modern creation, born from the growing desire for complex and satisfying non-alcoholic beverage options. It draws inspiration from the classic autumnal pairing of pear and ginger, elevating it with the floral sweetness of honey and the festive effervescence of sparkling water. It represents a shift towards treating mocktails with the same care and creativity as traditional cocktails.
Origin
This is a contemporary mocktail without a single point of origin, likely emerging from the craft beverage scene in North America and Europe during the 2010s. Its creation is tied to the broader trend of elevating non-alcoholic drinks in bars, restaurants, and home mixology.

Honey Ginger Pear Sparkler

The drink's name, "Honey Ginger Pear Sparkler," is descriptive of its core ingredients. Alternative names like "Ginger Pear Fizz" highlight the key flavor combination and its bubbly nature. There are no historical or original language names, as it is a modern creation.
Original name
Honey Ginger Pear Sparkler
Alternative names
  • Ginger Pear Fizz
  • Honeyed Pear Mocktail

Characteristics overview

This drink presents a beautiful pale golden color with lively bubbles, offering a crisp texture and the inviting aroma of pear and ginger. The flavor is a delightful balance of fruity sweetness and warming spice, making it a refreshing yet cozy choice for cooler seasons.
Flavor
Sweet, Spicy, Fruity, Earthy
Aroma
Pear, Ginger, Honey
Taste balance
Sweet, Sour
Aftertaste
Clean, Warming, Spicy
Fizziness
Bubbly, Effervescent
Color appearance
Pale Gold, Clear, Bubbly
Texture
Light, Crisp
Seasonality
Refreshing, Warming, Autumnal, Wintery

Flavor intensity & Experience

The flavor profile is led by fruity sweetness and a gentle ginger spice, balanced by a touch of sourness and lifted by high carbonation. It is a completely non-alcoholic drink with no bitterness, saltiness, or creaminess.
Sweetness
Saltiness
Sourness
Bitterness
Spiciness
Fruitiness
Creaminess
Carbonation

Ingredients

The core components are pear nectar, fresh lemon juice, and a homemade honey-ginger syrup for flavor and sweetness. The drink is lengthened and made bubbly with a top of sparkling water.
  • Pear Nectar90 ml / 3 oz
    Good quality, not-from-concentrate pear nectar or juice is recommended for the best flavor.
  • Honey-Ginger Syrup20 ml / 0.75 oz
    To make, simmer 1 part honey, 1 part water, and several slices of fresh ginger for 10 minutes. Cool and strain.
  • Fresh Lemon Juice15 ml / 0.5 oz
    Freshly squeezed juice provides essential brightness and balances the sweetness.
  • Sparkling WaterTop up, approx. 90 ml / 3 oz
    Club soda or a neutral sparkling mineral water works best.

Ice type

  • Cubed

Mixing equipments

You'll need a standard cocktail shaker set, including a jigger for measuring and a strainer, to properly chill and mix the base ingredients before serving.
  • Cocktail shaker to chill and combine ingredients
  • Jigger for accurate measuring
  • Strainer to pour without ice

Instructions

The method involves shaking the pear nectar, syrup, and lemon juice with ice to chill and combine them. The chilled mixture is then strained into an ice-filled glass and topped with sparkling water for effervescence.
1. Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
2. Pour the pear nectar, honey-ginger syrup, and fresh lemon juice into the shaker.
3. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
4. Fill a Collins or highball glass with fresh ice.
5. Strain the mixture from the shaker into the prepared glass.
6. Top the drink with sparkling water, leaving a little space at the top.
7. Garnish with a thin slice of pear and/or a lemon twist before serving.

Garnishing

A simple yet elegant garnish like a thin slice of fresh pear or a fragrant lemon twist perfectly complements the drink's flavors. For an extra touch of spice, a piece of candied ginger can be used.
  • Thin Pear Slice floated on top or on the rim
  • Lemon Twist for aroma
  • Candied Ginger on a cocktail pick

Dietary Information

This mocktail is free from alcohol, caffeine, dairy, gluten, nuts, soy, and eggs, making it suitable for many dietary needs. However, it contains honey and is therefore not vegan; substitute with maple syrup for a vegan version.
✕ Contains alcohol
✓ Caffeine-free
✓ Dairy-free
✓ Egg-free
✓ Soy-free
✓ Nut-free
✓ Gluten-free
✕ Vegan-friendly
✓ Vegetarian-friendly

Nutrition information

This drink contains around 135 calories per serving, with its energy coming almost entirely from carbohydrates. The sugar content is relatively high due to the pear nectar and honey syrup.
Calories
Approximately 135 kcal / 565 kJ
Calories level
Carbohydrates
Approximately 34 grams
Carbohydrate level
Sugar
Approximately 32 grams
Sugar level

Occasions

This mocktail is exceptionally versatile, perfect for festive occasions like holiday parties, Thanksgiving, or New Year's Eve. It's also a wonderful choice for sophisticated adult gatherings like dinner parties or as a special treat for a cozy night in.
  • Holiday Gatherings
  • Baby Shower
  • Dinner Party
  • Cozy Evening
  • Autumn Celebration

Pairing suggestions

This mocktail's balance of sweet and spice makes it a fantastic pairing for a variety of foods. It cuts through the richness of cheeses and complements the savory notes of roasted poultry. It also works wonderfully alongside spiced autumnal desserts.
  • Cheese Board (Brie, Goat Cheese, Blue Cheese)
  • Roasted Chicken or Turkey
  • Light Salads with Vinaigrette
  • Spiced Desserts (e.g., Gingerbread, Apple Crumble)

The Elegant Honey Ginger Pear Sparkler

The Honey Ginger Pear Sparkler is an elegant and flavorful non-alcoholic beverage perfect for any occasion requiring a special touch. It masterfully combines the sweet, fruity notes of pear with a warm ginger spice and the floral richness of honey, all lightened by crisp carbonation. Easy to prepare, it offers a sophisticated alternative to alcoholic cocktails, proving that mocktails can be just as exciting and complex, particularly during the autumn and winter months.

Variations

Rosemary Pear Sparkler

A sprig of fresh rosemary is used to infuse the honey syrup instead of ginger, creating a more herbal and aromatic profile.

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