Ingredients

  • Ice cubes
  • 1/2 cup pear infused vodka
  • 1/2 cup apple juice
  • 2 tablespoons Spiced Simple Syrup, recipe follows
  • Pear slice
  • 2 cups packed brown sugar
  • 2 cups water
  • 3 cinnamon sticks
  • 2 tablespoons juniper berries
  • 2 tablespoons cloves
  • 5 whole star anise

Method

  • In a martini shaker filled with ice, combine the vodka, juice and simple syrup.
  • Shake well and strain into a martini glass.
  • Garnish with a slice of pear.
  • In a pot combine the sugar, water, and spices.
  • Bring up to a simmer, stirring occasionally until all the sugar has dissolved.
  • Pour the mixture thorough a strainer and discard the whole spices.
  • Yield: about 2 cups