Nice Pear
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Nice Pear
Photographed in an UB Retro Coupe 1920 7.75oz
| 1 oz | Rémy Martin V.S.O.P. cognac |
| 1⁄2 oz | Belle de Brillet pear liqueur |
| 1⁄2 oz | Poire William eau-de-vie |
| 1 oz | Pear juice (freshly pressed) |
How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Coupe glass.
- Prepare garnish of pear wedge.
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
- Garnish with pear wedge on rim.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
Despite the "no missus" Frankie Howerd-like, English seaside postcard humour name, this is a very tasteful cocktail – pear and cognac is a delicious flavour combination.
History:
Created in 2002 by yours truly.
Nutrition:
One serving of Nice Pear contains 164 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.2 standard drinks
- 18.75% alc./vol. (18.75° proof)
- 16.9 grams of pure alcohol
- More Fruity (e.g. Pornstar Martini) cocktails
- More Nightcap/sipping cocktails
- More Spirit-forward cocktails
Difford’s Guide remains free-to-use thanks to the support of the brands in green above. Values stated for alcohol and calorie content, and number of drinks an ingredient makes should be considered approximate.
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