The perfect fall cocktail, this Spiced Pear Moscow Mule features spiced pear simple syrup, vodka, lime and ginger beer. It’ll have you enjoying the flavors of Autumn sip after sip.
Love Moscow Mules? May I suggest a Blueberry Moscow Mule or a Spiced Pear Moscow Mule?
So far I have been just smitten with Fall this year.
This past week the weather was in the 70’s and it was gorgeous outside. When the sun was hitting my neighbors tree just right, it looked as if it were on fire. The red, orange and yellow leaves are just beautiful this time of year.
I pray the warm weather will last a little while longer as the kids are enjoying playing in the leaves and I’m enjoying sitting outside and soaking it all in.
I’m also still rocking my flips flops even though I treated myself to some lovely red boots recently. No worries though, the Midwest is yet to fail me with record snowfalls, so they’ll get worn eventually.
I’ve started to plan my Thanksgiving menu which is filled with some of the usual and a few new additions this year.
I’ve mentioned before I’m a huge planner so I usually start cooking and baking on Tuesday and store anything I can in the fridge so that Thursday morning is spent placing the bird in the oven and preparing the appetizers.
The men are usually in the basement enjoying the football and I’m cooking away, and drinking wine, in the kitchen with the girls.
However, this year, the Chicago Bears are playing the Packers, on Thanksgiving day. Oy, what’s a Bears fan to do, you may ask? Sit down and root for DA BEARS, of course!
This year I plan to make simple appetizers, that can be enjoyed in front of the tv, while sipping on one of these Spiced Pear Moscow Mule with the family.
We spend our Sundays watching football, drinking libations and eating game day foods.
Gosh, you all must think our lives revolve around football and drinking as must as I mention both. Well on the weekends, and Thanksgiving, it does.
One of our favorite cocktails to enjoy while casually hanging out is the Moscow Mule.
We’ve made many different versions including Blueberry Moscow Mules, Strawberry Moscow Mule Float, Cranberry Apple and now a Spiced Pear Moscow Mule.
Unlike the other Moscow mules where we used flavored vodka, in this one I used a spiced pear simple syrup.
Now, I pondered over how to do this for weeks until one day, I just strapped myself into the kitchen to get this done. I first went on a hunt for Spiced Pear natural juice but I came up empty-handed.
There was none to be found within a 110 mil radius. I thought about using a pear nectar I found but it was loaded with a whole bunch of junk.
I finally settled on a bottle of 100% organic pear juice
I started by making a simple syrup but instead of using water, I used the pear juice and added sugar. I really wanted to emphasize the pear and worried the pears themselves wouldn’t come out strong enough.
I then boiled the mixture until the sugar was dissolved. Next, I added a cinnamon stick, nutmeg and cardamon. I also diced up a pear and threw that in there as well. I let the mixture hang out at room temperature, until it was cool.
Once the simple syrup was cooled, I strained it to remove the pears, cinnamon stick and any residuals that may have remained.
The simple syrup was so flavorful and smelled heavenly.
The aroma throughout my house was enough for me to make it daily. It was like potpourri. The pear really shined through and the cinnamon was the perfect addition to really make the Autumn flavors sing.
To be honest, I’ve never been a big fan of pears but for some reason this year, they are delicious to me.
I bought a bag and between me, the kids and this drink, it was gone in 2 days. My kids have really taken a liking to them which is always a good thing when you’re adding new fruits to your diet.
Spiced Pear Moscow Mule
Prep
Total
Yield 2 servings
The perfect fall cocktail, this Spiced Pear Moscow Mule features spiced pear simple syrup, vodka, lime and ginger beer. It'll have you enjoying the flavors of Autumn sip after sip.
Ingredients
- Spiced Pear Simple Syrup
- 1 cup pear juice, I use 100% pear juice
- 1 cup sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1/4 teaspoon nutmeg
- 1/4 teaspoon cardamom
- 1 pear, diced
- Spiced Pear Moscow Mule
- Spiced Pear simple syrup (recipe above)
- 1 can ginger beer
- 1 lime
- 1 pear, cut into wedges
Instructions
- Spiced Pear Simple Syrup
- Place the pear juice and sugar into a medium pot and bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar is dissolved.
- When the sugar has dissolved, add in the cinnamon stick, nutmeg, cardamom and pear. allow to cool to room temperature and then strain to remove any residuals.
- To assemble cocktail
- Fill your cooper mugs with crushed ice.
- Place 4 oz of simple syrup and 4 ounces of vodka into a cocktail shaker. shake vigorously.
- Pour half the liquid into each mug.
- Squeeze in half a lime into each mug.
- Top off each mug with ginger beer and garnish with a cinnamon stick and wedge of pear.
Courses Drink
Nutrition Facts
Serving Size 1 servings
Amount Per Serving | ||
|---|---|---|
Calories 191 | ||
% Daily Value | ||
Total Fat 2 g | 3% | |
Sodium 84 mg | 4% | |
Total Carbohydrates 43 g | 14% | |
Dietary Fiber 2 g | 8% | |
Sugars 34 g | ||
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
I highly recommend you make this Spiced Pear Moscow Mule especially if you are a fan of Moscow Mules in general. a traditional Moscow Mule is vodka, lime and ginger beer so I didn’t want to miss any of those components.
I think the pear paired beautifully with the lime and ginger beer and was a fun and unique twist on the classic. It was simple, easy and delicious. We use and prefer Tito’s Vodka, but feel free to use whatever you prefer and enjoy.
What are some of your favorite libations to enjoy while watching football and/or enjoying a Thanksgiving feast?
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lindsay says
it was 70F here too! I could use one of these for sure. YUM!
Megan Marlowe says
I could live in 70 degree weather year round!
Kristina says
I love the sound of this, and I love Titos! 😉
Megan Marlowe says
We love Titos, too! ?
Julie says
Loooooove a good Moscow Mule. Pear syrup is a brilliant addition!
Megan Marlowe says
Thanks Julie!
Nikki @ Tikkido says
The spiced pear simple syrup sounds so amazing! The whole drink does too, of course. 😉 Gorgeous photos, too.
Megan Marlowe says
Thank you so much Nikki! 🙂
Yaya says
Sounds amazing. Pinning to definitely try later with friends
Megan Marlowe says
Thanks Yaya! Hope you and your friends enjoy!
Sarah Grace says
ummm I LOVE moscow mules. I use to make the regular ones, but one of my favorite bars has a cucumber one that is delicious! This one looks SO yummy. Glad I found ya through the fb bloggin boost post 🙂
xo,
Sarah Grace
http://freshfitnhealthy.com
Megan Marlowe says
Oh, that sounds so delicious and refreshing! I never thought about a cucumber mule but I’m going to have to make one now! Thanks so much, Sarah! 🙂
Remya @ Forks N Knives says
Lovely pictures and a lovely blog Megan. Found you at #TryABiteTuesday.
Megan Marlowe says
Thank you so much, Remya! Your blog is gorgeous! So glad we found one another!
Jessica says
These sound absolutely delicious. I love the mugs you used, too.
Megan Marlowe says
Thank you so much, Jessica! Copper mugs are real pretty, aren’t they? 😉
Joy @ Joy Love Food says
What a delicious sounding drink, perfect for fall! Thanks for sharing at What’d You Do This Weekend? I hope you will join us again next Monday!
Megan Marlowe says
Thanks Joy!
Amber | Caleigh's Kitchen says
I could sure use one of these right now!! Thanks for linking up at Try A Bite Tuesday link party last week! It may or may not have been featured this week 😉 This week is live, we’d love for you to come party again this week! #TryABiteTuesday
Megan Marlowe says
thank you so much for featuring my Spiced Pear Moscow Mule! Hope your sister loves it! ♥
Linda Omura says
What a nice twist on a Moscow Mule! Sounds very refreshing! We served Moscow Mules at my daughters wedding and they were a big hit!
Renee says
I’m a huge fan of Moscow Mules! I’ll be making this for sure 🙂
lisa @garlicandzest.com says
I just recently tried my first regular moscow mule and loved it! This version sounds really interesting to me. It’s 5 o’clock somewhere…
Megan Marlowe says
We love Moscow mules so we’re willing to throw anything in them and give ’em a try! Happy FRI-YAY!
Kit Graham says
I love Moscow Mules and I really love the idea of adding pear flavor. I bet apple would be good too!
Megan Marlowe says
Yes, apple would be great! I think I’d enjoy a Moscow Mule with any variation!
Karen says
I have never had a Moscow mule, which has got to change! These looks so tasty. Love the pear idea too!
Megan Marlowe says
Yes, you should definitely try them! They’re delicious!
Sam | Ahead of Thyme says
Yum, this sounds so refreshing right about now! Thanks for sharing!!
Megan Marlowe says
Thanks for visiting, Sam!
Sara Stone says
Very cool twist on the classic cocktail Megan. Never seen nutmeg & cardamom in a Mule before…made me think what this would taste like if served warm (holidays). Will have to try yours first then go from there. Thanks Megan.
Megan Marlowe says
We love Moscow Mules so any chance we get, we like to twist ’em up! I’ve never had a warm mule before but I’d definitely give it a try! thanks for stopping by, Sara and for the great suggestion!
Kristy B. Miller says
Hey Megan!!
I love Moscow Mules but I have never tried spicy Moscow mule.This sounds to be a great idea.Recently I’m obsessed with mule mugs,There is no better substitute to serve the mule.
keep sharing your thoughts.
Thank You 🙂
Ali Gomaa says
I’m dying to make this, what kind of pear juice did you get to make the syrup?
Megan | Strawberry Blondie Kitchen says
Hi Ali! I used this pear juice https://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B017RLNWEK/ref=as_li_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=B017RLNWEK&linkCode=as2&tag=strawberryblo-20&linkId=7dcca241b7e885c49029c012fa2c1bcd (aff link) I hope you make it and enjoy it as much as we do! 🙂
JENN KERANKO says
I had one of these recently while dining out. Hands down, it was the BEST drink I’ve ever had!!
Megan | Strawberry Blondie Kitchen says
Yes, it’s such a delicious fall cocktail!
Ali Gomaa says
Yes we made it, for Thanksgiving weekend, absolutely loved it. Thank you so much!
Megan | Strawberry Blondie Kitchen says
Awesome, I’m so glad! Thank you!
Erin R says
This recipe is brilliant for using pear juice as a base…I had been boiling pear fruit to get the pear flavor in mine before (my thinking about this has been so uptight).
I made the following adjustments:
– Added a tablespoon of fresh, chopped ginger and a single star anise to the mix along with the other spices
– I brought the pot to a slow simmer and left it for about 20 minutes
For a mule that tastes more like an apple pie, add 2 ounces of Licor 43 or Tuaca!
Nice work, Megan. I am impressed. Simply delicious. 🙂
Megan | Strawberry Blondie Kitchen says
These additions sound great! I’m so glad you enjoyed them! 🧡