Rosemary Pear Gin Smash with Grilled Pears & Ginger Ale

Difficulty: 1/5

Prep Time: 10 mins

Cook Time: 4 - 5 mins

Serves: 2

This Rosemary Pear Gin Smash is a refreshing, aromatic cocktail that combines sweet pear nectar, botanical gin, and homemade rosemary-ginger syrup with fizzy ginger ale and smoky grilled pears. Lightly sweet, crisp, and herbaceous, this elegant drink is perfect for entertaining in any season.

Grilled pear slices add subtle caramelized flavour while fresh rosemary gives this sparkling gin cocktail a fragrant finish. Whether served at autumn gatherings, holiday parties, or summer BBQs, this easy cocktail is guaranteed to impress.

Ingredients

Rosemary-Ginger Syrup
¼ cup white sugar
¼ cup water
2 thin slices peeled fresh ginger
1 sprig fresh rosemary
Cocktail Ingredients
1 Bosc or Bartlett pear, cored and sliced into ¼-inch thick slices
1 cup pear nectar
2 oz gin
Ice cubes
Approximately 2 cups ginger ale
2 rosemary sprigs, for garnish

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare the Rosemary-Ginger Syrup
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, water, ginger slices, and rosemary sprig.
Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
Stir until the sugar completely dissolves.
Remove from heat and allow the syrup to cool fully before using.

Step 2: Grill the Pears
Preheat your gas grill to medium-high heat (400–500°F / 200–260°C).
Lightly oil the grill grates to prevent sticking.
Grill the pear slices for about 2 minutes per side, until lightly charred but still firm.
Transfer to a cutting board and allow to cool slightly.
Cut a small notch into 2 pear slices so they can rest on the rim of each glass.

Step 3: Shake the Cocktail
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes.
Add:
2 tablespoons rosemary-ginger syrup
1 cup pear nectar
2 oz gin
Shake vigorously until chilled.
Pour evenly into two mason jars or cocktail glasses filled with ice.

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