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I’m always looking for unique cocktails that have a twist to the everyday staples or are totally different than the standard. Some take a little more love to make, and some are just one simple step more for a unique flair. The Vanilla Maple Pear Gin Fizz takes a bit more effort ahead of time, but if you are looking for a craft cocktail recipe for the Holidays/New Years Eve this is perfection.

Pear in anything is good to me and it makes the drink unique since it’s not a completely main stream, and makes it somewhat seasonal in nature. The maple and vanilla is such a great addition to the pear. If you have ever had a poached pear you know what I am talking about.

Ingredients Needed:

Club Soda
Gin
1 Teaspoon of Vanilla
2-3 Pears
1/4 Cup of Maple Syrup
4 Packets of Stevia
Brown Sugar (For Rim)

Vanilla Maple Pear Syrup Ingredients: (Makes about 4-6 drinks)

1 Teaspoon of Vanilla
1 Cup of Diced Pear (Skin removed)
1/4 Cup of Maple Syrup
4 Packets of Stevia

Directions for Vanilla Maple Pear Syrup:

Place all ingredients in sauce pan and heat to boil.
Once at a boil reduce to low, and simmer until the syrup has reduced.

Vanilla Maple Pear Gin Fizz Directions:

Slice one pear (use one slice to garnish each glass)
Dip the rim of each glass into maple syrup, then dip into brown sugar to top the rim of the glass
1 Tablespoon of the Pear Syrup into the bottom of the glass
1.5 Oz of Gin (about 1 shot) into Glass
Stir vigorously, and add ice to the glass
Top with Soda
Garnish with a slice of pear

If you are making this for a party it is best to make the Syrup before hand and just have it ready to go. I hope you enjoy this recipe as much as I do!