Autumn Bourbon Pear Smash

This delightful cocktail combines the rich flavors of overripe pears, warm maple syrup, and aromatic allspice with the smoothness of bourbon, creating a perfect fall drink. The muddled pear adds a touch of natural sweetness, while the hint of vanilla and lemon juice adds a refreshing twist to this cozy cocktail. Whether you're hosting a gathering or just winding down after a long day, the Autumn Bourbon Pear Smash is sure to evoke the spirit of the season.

Autumn Bourbon Pear Smash

A delightful fall cocktail that blends overripe pears, maple syrup, allspice, and bourbon for a warm and aromatic experience.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 very ripe pear
  • 1.50 oz bourbon
  • 0.50 oz maple syrup
  • 0.25 oz lemon juice
  • 1 tsp vanilla extract (or the seeds scraped from 1/3 of a vanilla bean)
  • 1/4 tsp allspice
  • ice

Instructions

  1. Cut the pear in half and remove any overly squishy pulp, seeds, and stem.
  2. Roughly dice the pear and place it in a medium bowl. Mash the pear with a fork or a potato masher.
  3. Transfer the mashed pear to a fine mesh strainer set over a wide-mouthed measuring cup or another bowl.
  4. Press the pear pulp against the strainer to extract as much juice as possible, along with some pulp.
  5. Once you have the pear juice, add the bourbon, maple syrup, lemon juice, vanilla extract or vanilla bean seeds, and allspice to the strained juice.
  6. Add some ice to the mixture and stir vigorously to combine the ingredients.
  7. Fill a glass with ice and pour the cocktail over the ice.