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Spiced Pear and Apple Cider Mimosa: Easy Fall Brunch Drink

  • Author: Rhea
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 1 bottle (approx. 1.5-2 cups syrup, serves 6-8 mimosas) 1x

Description

A cozy, festive fall brunch drink featuring homemade spiced pear syrup mixed with champagne or prosecco. This easy-to-make cocktail captures the essence of autumn with warm spices and fresh orchard fruit flavors.

Ingredients

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  • 4 medium pears (Bosc or Anjou), cored and chopped
  • 2 cups unfiltered apple cider
  • 1 cup water
  • 2–3 star anise pods
  • 1 large cinnamon stick
  • 3–4 whole cloves
  • 1/4 teaspoon freshly grated nutmeg
  • 1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract
  • 1/2 to 3/4 cup sugar (adjust to taste)
  • 1 bottle Champagne or Prosecco (Brut or Extra Dry)
  • Sparkling apple juice (optional, for non-alcoholic version)
  • Garnishes: thin pear slices, cinnamon sticks, or rosemary sprigs

Instructions

  1. Wash pears thoroughly. Core and chop into rough 1-inch chunks; skins can be left on for color.
  2. In a medium saucepan, combine chopped pears, apple cider, water, star anise, cinnamon stick, cloves, and nutmeg.
  3. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce heat to low and simmer gently for 15 minutes until pears are soft.
  4. Remove from heat and mash the pears into a pulp using a masher or potato ricer.
  5. Stir in vanilla extract and sugar. Taste and adjust sweetness if needed. Let sit for 5 minutes to infuse.
  6. Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a bowl or jar, pressing on solids to extract liquid. Discard solids.
  7. Let the syrup cool completely to room temperature.
  8. To serve, add 2-3 tablespoons of spiced pear syrup to a champagne flute.
  9. Top with chilled champagne or prosecco and stir gently.
  10. Garnish with a thin pear slice, cinnamon stick, or rosemary sprig and serve immediately.

Notes

The syrup can be made up to 2 weeks in advance and stored in the refrigerator. It can also be frozen for up to 3 months. For a non-alcoholic version, substitute champagne with sparkling apple juice. Chill all ingredients before assembling for the best flavor and carbonation.

  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Beverage
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 10
  • Carbohydrates: 12

Keywords: fall brunch, mimosa recipe, spiced pear syrup, apple cider cocktail, autumn drinks, easy cocktails, seasonal drinks

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