Pear Vanilla Cocktail Recipe: Pear Vanilla Bliss

Pear Vanilla Vodka Cocktail (Pear Vanilla Bliss)

Pear and Vanilla Vodka Cocktail

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Tasting Notes: This cocktail features a smooth, fruity taste with a hint of vanilla that complements the organic undertones of the vodka.
Food Pairing: Savor with baked brie to accentuate the vanilla notes.

Ingredients

  • 2 oz Felene American Handcrafted Vodka

  • 1/2 Pear (fruit) ripened and peeled

  • 1/2 oz vanilla syrup

  • 1/2 oz lemon juice

  • Garnish
  • 2 spears Sliced pear with skin on for color

  • 1 pod vanilla bean (scored)

Directions

  • Puree the peeled pear with, vanilla syrup, lemon juice and Felene Vodka ice cubes until smooth
  • pour into stemless flute glass or tulip glass
  • garnish with pear spears and vanilla bean

Recipe Video

This pear vanilla cocktail recipe is a seasonal delight. The “Pear Vanilla Bliss” is an exquisitely crafted cocktail that showcases the versatility and organic purity of Felene Vodka. The Pear Vanilla Bliss makes the Felene Top 10 Cocktails for Winter. This delightful beverage seamlessly blends the subtle, rich flavors of ripe pear and vanilla, creating a taste profile that is both refreshing and sophisticated. The heart of this cocktail is 2 oz of Felene Vodka, a premium spirit distilled in Denver, Colorado, known for its smooth texture and organic composition derived from fermented sugarcane. Our high-quality vodka serves as the perfect canvas for the cocktail’s other flavors.

The inclusion of 1/2 a ripe pear, pureed, introduces a natural sweetness and fruitiness that elevates the this pear vanilla cocktail recipe. The pear’s juicy and mellow flavor is a testament to its ripeness, ensuring that each sip is infused with the essence of fresh fruit. This is enhanced by the addition of 1/2 oz of vanilla syrup. The vanilla not only adds a layer of complexity with its aromatic sweetness but also complements the vodka’s own subtle undertones.

Balancing the sweetness is 1/2 oz of lemon juice, which adds a necessary citrusy zing, cutting through the richness and preventing the cocktail from becoming overly sweet. This addition of lemon juice brings a bright and zesty note, rounding out the flavor profile.

The “Pear Vanilla Bliss” is served in a chilled glass, ensuring that each sip is refreshingly cool. The cocktail is garnished with a slice of pear and a vanilla bean, enhancing its aesthetic appeal and also subtly reinforcing the drink’s primary flavors. The pear slice adds a touch of elegance, while the vanilla bean is a nod to the drink’s sophisticated flavor profile.

Tasting this cocktail is a sensory journey. It starts with the smooth, fruity taste dominated by ripe pear, seamlessly transitioning into the warm, inviting notes of vanilla. This combination perfectly complements the organic undertones of Felene Vodka, creating a harmonious blend of flavors.

For an ideal food pairing, consider serving this cocktail with baked brie. The creamy and slightly earthy flavor of the brie wonderfully accentuates the vanilla notes in the cocktail, creating a culinary experience that is both indulgent and harmonious. This pairing not only highlights the individual strengths of the food and the drink but also creates a delightful interplay of textures and flavors.

Kim Laderer

Kim Laderer-Veiga is the President of Felene Inc. Kim's unique and close-up knowledge of the on and off-premise alcohol business has given her a look into the trends and staples of the liquor industry. In the Kim Factor blog, Kim shares her expertise, her discoveries and her observations of the spirits business.

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