The subtlety of Pear Liqueur is contrasted in this version with Ginger Beer which adds zest, fun and a bit of fizz.
The Gin used should be a London Dry Gin on order not to over power the various tasting notes. This derivation is inventive, different and gives an erupting volcano of flavour and pizzazz!
- 1 shot Gin
- 3/4 shot Pear Liqueur
- 1/2 shot fresh squeezed lemon juice
- 1 1/2 shots Ginger Beer
Combine all the ingredients in a Cocktail shaker over ice. Shake, Strain into a cold Cocktail glass.
Garnish with a thin slice of Pear.
It appears the origins of this simple, powerful and gorgeous Cocktail hail from Australia.
The video below from Absolut Vodka, replaces Gin with Vodka. Just a twist on the theme.