Spicy Pear Mule
Most the time I steer clear of vodka. If a cocktail I see on a menu sounds good, I usually ask the bartender to switch it out for anything but vodka. Let’s just say I had my fun with vodka in my younger days ;) If I have to pick a vodka drink though, it’s going to be a Moscow mule. I love the slight sweetness and the spice of the ginger. The key is fresh ginger and good quality ginger beer. So, to keep with the fall theme, I updated classic Moscow Mule with pear. This drink is super simple and full of flavor.
Entertaining tips:
Mix all the ingredients except the ginger beer the morning of your party and keep in the refrigerator. Then all you have to do is pour into glasses and top with ginger beer.
Having a big party? Double or triple this recipe and serve in a pitcher with the ginger beer on the side and your guests can “build their own”
Serve with my Squash Stuffed Chicken with Sage Cream Sauce and my Spiced Pear and Brie Puff Pastry for an elegant, easy, and affordable comfort menu.
Recipe:serves 4
Ingredients:
1 cup vodka
3/4 cup pear juice
2 tsp fresh grated ginger
3 ginger beers
8 dashes spicy bitters
Directions:
In a small pitcher add vodka, pear juice, grated ginger, and bitters. Stir to combine.
Fill 4 glasses with ice and divide vodka mixture between the glasses.
Top with ginger beer.
Serve immediately and enjoy!
