Pecan Free Ginger Pear Sparkling Cooler
This sparkling cooler is the kind of drink that feels fancy without requiring any effort beyond a quick simmer on the stove. Ripe pears and fresh ginger are cooked down into a fragrant, golden concentrate that's naturally sweet, a little spicy, and completely irresistible. A touch of honey rounds out the syrup before it gets strained into a silky, clear liquid that you can keep chilled in the fridge until you're ready to pour. When it hits the sparkling water over ice, it fizzes up beautifully and tastes like something you'd order at a nice brunch spot. Every single ingredient in this recipe is straightforward and whole, so there's zero guesswork about what's actually in your glass. A sprig of mint and a thin pear slice on the rim make it look stunning for guests, but honestly it's just as satisfying on a quiet afternoon by yourself.
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4 servings
For the ginger-pear syrup
- 3 medium ripe pears (such as bartlett or anjou), peeled, cored, and roughly chopped
- 1 ½ cups water
- 2-inch piece fresh ginger, peeled and thinly sliced
- 3 tbsp honey
To assemble
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
- ice cubes, for serving
For serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for garnish (optional)
- thin pear slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the chopped pears, water, and sliced ginger in a medium saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a gentle boil, then reduce the heat to low and simmer, uncovered, for 12–15 minutes, until the pears are completely soft and beginning to break down.
- 2
Remove the pan from the heat and stir in the honey until fully dissolved. Let the mixture cool in the pan for 10 minutes.
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