Pear & Ginger Spritz

Makes 2 cocktails

2 oz. NOLET’S Silver Gin
2 oz. Pear & Ginger Syrup*
1 oz. Fresh Lemon Juice
Small Piece of Ginger
Prosecco or Sparkling Wine
Sliced Pear and Sprig of Thyme for Garnish

Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker, except Prosecco. Muddle ginger to release flavor then add ice and shake vigorously. Pour into glasses and top with Prosecco and garnish.

Pear & Ginger Syrup
2 Ripe Pears
1 cup Water
1/2 cup Honey
2-inch piece of Fresh Ginger, roughly cut

In a medium saucepan, combine honey, water, roughly cut pears, and ginger. Bring to a simmer and allow pears to soften and release flavor for about 30 minutes. Remove from heat, let cool a bit and strain with a sieve. Syrup may be stored in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.