Spiced Pear Cranberry Bourbon Smash

This spiced cranberry pear bourbon cocktail is the perfect holiday drink, with its festive flavors and boozy kick. The combination of spiced pear liqueur, cranberry simple syrup, and rye whiskey creates a sweet and tangy cocktail that embodies the spirit of the season. The vibrant red color and the hint of mandarin orange garnish make it a visually stunning addition to any holiday gathering. Cheers to the holidays with this delightful Spiced Pear Cranberry Bourbon Smash!

Spiced Pear Cranberry Bourbon Smash

A festive holiday cocktail featuring spiced pear liqueur, cranberry syrup, and rye whiskey, creating a sweet, tangy, and boozy drink perfect for the season.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh or frozen cranberries
  • 1 cup cold water
  • 1 cup granulated sugar
  • 1.50 oz rye or whiskey
  • 1.50 oz spiced pear liqueur
  • 1 oz cranberry simple syrup
  • Dash of Peychaud's bitters
  • Ice cubes
  • Mandarin orange wedges (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Combine cranberries, sugar, and water in a medium saucepan and simmer until cranberries are tender.
  2. Let the cranberry mixture cool, then strain through a fine mesh strainer to create the cranberry simple syrup.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine rye whiskey, spiced pear liqueur, cranberry syrup, and a dash of bitters.
  4. Add ice to fill the shaker two-thirds of the way, then shake until frosted.
  5. Strain the cocktail into a glass filled with ice, garnish with a mandarin orange wedge, and serve.