Pera’dise: A Holiday Cocktail

Name: Pera’dise: A Holiday Cocktail
Yield: 10
Cuisine: American

Recipe: Drew Breen , Greenville, South Carolina

Photo: John Valls

December 14, 2020

Gin, pear and grappa make for a delicious trio of flavors.

Pear and grappa lend a wintry warmth to this holiday cocktail. “Grappa adds a touch of nuttiness and warmth that feels reminiscent of the holidays,” says bartender Drew Breen.

Ingredients

1½ oz. gin (a citrus-forward gin is recommended)
1 oz. pear purée
¾ oz. fresh lime juice
½ oz. grappa (Jianna uses Nardini Mandorla)
¼ oz. simple syrup (1:1)

Tools:shaker, strainer
Glass:Collins
Garnish:allspice and fresh pear slices

Preparation

Shake all of the the ingredients with ice, then strain into a glass filled with fresh ice. Grate allspice over the drink and add the pear slices.

Note: You can buy pear purée online from Perfect Puree, or if you make your own, be sure to use very ripe pears to ensure optimal sweetness and flavor.