Spiced Pear Collins

This delicious sip beautifully captures the essence of fall, and with instructions for traditional or alcohol-free prep, is sure to please!

Ingredients

Spiced Pear Syrup:

• 1 cup Raven's Nest Pear Jam
• 1/2 cup water
• 1 tsp Raven's Nest Mulling Spices

Cocktail / Mocktail:

• 2 oz Gin or NA alternative (like Lyre's Dry London Spirit)
• 2 ounces pear nectar or puree
• 1/2 oz Spiced Pear Syrup
• 3-4 oz soda water
• Fresh sage, thin pear slices, cinnamon sticks (garnish)

To make the spiced pear syrup (video instructions provided): In a small saucepan, combine jam, water, and mulling spice in a pan. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to a simmer. Let cook for about 30 minutes or until liquid is reduced by half. Remove from heat and cool to room temperature.  Strain it through a mesh colander into a jar, and keep handy in the fridge.

To make the cocktail: Combine spirit, nectar/puree, spiced pear syrup, and soda water in a glass with ice.  Stir well and garnish with a thin pear slice, sage leaves, and a cinnamon stick.