Cinnamon Pear Liqueur Recipe

pear cordial in a glass surrounded by pears

It is so easy and delicious to make your own homemade pear liqueur! This recipe is a new staple during pear season and is great for any variety of pear. The result is a perfectly sweet and spiced liqueur great for sipping or using in cocktails.

Course Drinks

Cuisine American

Keyword homemade liqueur, infused spirits, pear liqueur

Prep Time 15

Cook Time 10

Infuse Time 2

Total Time 2 25

Servings cups

Calories 685kcal

Equipment

2 liter canning jar
cheesecloth
air tight storage containers - like mason jars

Ingredients

6 cups sliced pears 30 ounces, just under 2 pounds
2 sticks cinnamon
2 tablespoons lemon juice
1 tablespoon water
1 cup sugar
750 ml vodka

Instructions

Prep the fruit. Wash and slice the pears. Remove the stem, core and seeds.
In a medium sauce pan, combine the pears, sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and water. Heat over medium low heat to release the flavors. The mixture should NOT come to a simmer. Just enough to melt the sugar and start to release the aromas of the pear and cinnamon.
Cool the pear mixture for 10 to 15 minutes. In a large, air tight container combine the pear mixture and vodka. Seal and store for 2 days, shaking the container 1 to 2 times a day.
Strain the liquid through a cheesecloth strainer. Store in air tight containers in the refrigerator for 10 to 12 months.

Notes

If you are using really ripe or over ripe pears, put the pears directly in the infusing container and just combine the sugar, cinnamon, lemon juice, and water in the pan until warm and liquid. You may need to strain the liquid twice after infusing.
You can use any variety of pear. You do not need to peel the fruit, just remove the stem, core, and seeds.
Substitute any spirit or spice to add your own twist!

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