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vanilla maple roasted pear sparkling cocktails

August 26, 2019 17 Comments

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Fall is just around the corner and we’re celebrating with a cocktail! These beauties are made with roasted pears drenched in maple syrup, Organic Taylor & Colledge Vanilla Bean Paste with Seeds, and cinnamon. We’re adding a splash of apple brandy and some sparkling hard pear cider to the mix, too. The result? A beyond delicious cocktail that’s full of fall flavor! 

Vanilla maple roasted pear sparkling cocktails in clear glasses. this recipe

Thanks to our friends at Taylor & Colledge for sponsoring this post! All opinions are my own. 

I know, I know, I’m being a little premature with the whole “fall is coming!!!” thing but really, is it ever too early to start thinking about fall or enjoying fall foods? No. Nope. Nada. And never fear, this cocktail is a cold cocktail not a hot one – since, you know, the weather likes to stay in the 80s and 90s until the last week of October *eye roll*. 

The star ingredient in this cocktail is the Organic Vanilla Bean Paste with Seeds from Taylor & Colledge. It elevates the flavor of the pears and the maple syrup in the most amazing way! Their vanilla bean paste is sustainably grown and the quality is top notch – its made using 100% pure vanilla beans! Even my husband commented on the added flavor the vanilla bean paste gives to this drink. 

So, to sum up, don’t skip the vanilla bean paste here, folks! It really helps MAKE this drink! 

Vanilla maple roasted pear sparkling cocktails.

How to Make Roasted Pear Cocktails

Ok, if these cocktails sound intimidating because of the name – I promise you they’re SO simple to make! Let’s walk it through. 

First, slice your pears in half and pour a mixture of vanilla bean paste, maple syrup, cinnamon, and nutmeg on them. We’re going to roast them for about 20 minutes. 

Halved pears on a baking sheet.

Once they’re done, scoop out the seeds and pull out the stems. Slice the pears in half again. 

Halved pears without seeds on a baking tray.

Blend the pears in your food processor (or in a blender) with a bit of water until they’re all broken down – it will look a bit like applesauce. Trust! This is going to be yummy – promise. 

Sliced pears in a blender.

Press the pear mixture through a sieve to remove the peels. You’ll be left with a bowl full of roasted pear goodness. 

Blended pear mixture in a blender.

Blended pear mixture in a white bowl.

Next, we’ll assemble our drinks! This is the really fun part. Dip the rims of your glasses in a mixture of maple syrup and vanilla bean paste, then dip them in some coarse sugar. YUM. 

Glass rim dipped in vanilla bean, maple syrup, and sugar mixture.

Add ice to the glasses. Add the apple brandy, then the roasted maple vanilla pear mixture, then your sparkling pear hard cider. Gently stir to combine all the ingredients. That’s it! I added cinnamon sticks and pear slices to my cocktails to make them look super fancy but that step is optional. These cocktails are SO great for a crowd! You could also cut down the recipe if you just want to make 2 cocktails (included in recipe notes below). 

I also found that the pear mixture keeps well in the fridge for a few days. So, basically, you can have a Pear Cocktail at a moment’s notice now. Perfect. 

Vanilla maple roasted pear sparkling cocktails.

You can learn more about Taylor & Colledge’s commitment to fair and ethically sourced vanilla by visiting their website and if you can’t find their Organic Vanilla Bean Paste with Seeds in a grocery store near you, you can order it through Amazon.

Happy (almost) fall! 

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Vanilla Maple Roasted Pear Sparkling Cocktails

These beauties are made with roasted pears drenched in maple syrup, vanilla bean paste, and cinnamon. We're adding a splash of apple brandy and some sparkling hard pear cider, too.
5 from 17 votes
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Course: Drinks
Cuisine: Drinks
Keyword: Easy Cocktail Recipes, Make Ahead Cocktails, Cocktails for a Crowd, Fall Drinks, Fall Cocktails
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Servings: 8 cocktails
Calories: 325kcal
Author: Stephanie Simmons

Ingredients

For the Roasted Pears

  • 3 medium ripe pears
  • 1/2 tsp cinnamon
  • 1/4 tsp nutmeg
  • 5 TBSP maple syrup
  • 1 tsp Taylor & Colledge Organic Vanilla Bean Paste

For the Cocktails

  • 8 ounces apple brandy
  • 16 ounces hard pear cider
  • ice

For Garnishing

  • 3/4 tsp Taylor & Colledge Organic Vanilla Bean Paste
  • 3 TBSP maple syrup
  • coarse cane or raw sugar
  • fresh pear slices

Instructions

  • Prep: Preheat oven to 400 degrees F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper.
  • Roast the Pears: Slice each pear in half. Place on prepared baking sheet. In a small bowl, whisk together the cinnamon, nutmeg, maple syrup, and vanilla bean paste. Pour over the pears and get them really well coated in the mixture on all sides.
    Roast for 20 minutes. The excess mixture will run off on to the parchment paper and may look a bit burnt - that's totally fine. Scoop out the seeds and pull out the stems.
    Slice each pear in half again. Add to a food processor with 2 TBSP water. Blend until you have a smooth sauce like mixture. Press this mixture through a sieve to remove the peel.
    This mixture can be stored in the fridge and used in cocktails for up to 5 days.
  • Make the Cocktails: Mix together maple syrup and vanilla bean paste on a small plate. Add some coarse cane or raw sugar onto another plate. Dip the rims of your glasses in the syrup, then into the sugar mixture.
    Add ice to the glasses. Add 1 ounce apple brandy to each glass, 3 TBSP of the pear mixture, then 2 ounces of the hard pear cider. Gently stir with a long spoon. Enjoy immediately!
  • Make Ahead + Store: The pear mixture can be stored in the fridge and used in cocktails for up to 5 days. Assemble cocktails when/as desired using this mixture!
  • NOTES ABOUT ADJUSTING SERVING SIZE: The serving size of this recipe is VERY easy to manipulate. To make more or less, you can cut the recipe in half or even in quarters, and you can double it if you want to make drinks for an even bigger crowd.
  • Mocktail Version: To make this a mocktail, omit the apple brandy, and use a non-alcoholic pear cider, pear juice, or apple juice. If using a non-sparkling juice, add some club soda.

Nutrition

Calories: 325kcal

 

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  1. Mikayla says

    September 02, 2019 at 11:58 am

    5 stars
    Ooh this is everything I love about fall in a glass! I love that you went for pears, I get so apple and pumpkin tired by the end of the year. I’ve never used vanilla bean paste but it sounds incredibly useful, adding to my shopping list!

    Reply
  2. katie says

    September 02, 2019 at 5:02 am

    Oh wow, they sounds so warming. Perfect Autumnal cocktails, I’m so whipping some of these up!

    Katie xoxo

    Reply
  3. Ramona says

    September 02, 2019 at 12:54 am

    5 stars
    Autumn is around the corner and this is the exact kinda drink you want to have. What a magnificent idea with roasting the pears. I love this and must make it super quick. Thanks for sharing!

    Reply
  4. Jenni LeBaron says

    September 01, 2019 at 10:42 pm

    5 stars
    Everything about these screams fall and I just can’t wait. The apple brandy and hard pear cider both sound marvelous in these. I think these will be on repeat this year!

    Reply
  5. Jacqui Debono says

    September 01, 2019 at 6:34 pm

    5 stars
    This is so completely different to anything I would think of to do with pears! I love this – I think it warrants a girls night in just to try them out!

    Reply
  6. Mirlene says

    September 01, 2019 at 1:30 pm

    5 stars
    Incredible pear cocktails to meet’n’greet the fall. The colors, the ingredients choice and, I am sure, the taste – all are perfect for the season – yum!

    Reply
  7. Cheese Curd In Paradise says

    August 31, 2019 at 6:51 am

    5 stars
    This just screams fall! What a delicious sounding drink! I love the addition on the vanilla as well!

    Reply
  8. Leanne @ Crumb Top Baking says

    August 30, 2019 at 12:45 pm

    5 stars
    This is the perfect fall sipper and I bet it smells amazing too! I’d love to enjoy one of these after dinner instead of indulging in dessert!

    Reply
  9. Cathleen @ A Taste of Madness says

    August 30, 2019 at 11:12 am

    5 stars
    I WISH the weather stayed that hot for that long here. The windy city seems to be always windy and cold!
    But I am DOWN for the fall flavours any time of the year!!

    Reply
  10. Renu says

    August 30, 2019 at 10:32 am

    5 stars
    Would have never imagined a drink with this. Such a wonderful treat this is and the way this is presented is just awesome. I am bookmarking this to try later.

    Reply
  11. Erika says

    August 30, 2019 at 10:02 am

    5 stars
    This drink looks fantastic! I can’t wait to give it a try.

    Reply
  12. Lesli Schwartz says

    August 29, 2019 at 7:27 pm

    5 stars
    I adore pears! Never thought to make a cocktail with pears so I’m excited to try this drink recipe! So damn creative!

    Reply
  13. Linda says

    August 28, 2019 at 8:14 pm

    5 stars
    I’m not ready for Fall to come but you get me excited to try these sparkling cocktails. What a beautiful way to welcome Fall….and that vanilla bean paste, it’s my favorite!

    Reply
  14. Kelly Anthony says

    August 28, 2019 at 7:46 am

    5 stars
    This vanilla maple roasted pear sparkling cocktail screams fall and I couldn’t be more excited for cooler weather and all things fall.

    Reply
  15. Amanda says

    August 27, 2019 at 9:15 am

    5 stars
    This sounds so fun and festive for the fall! I’m starting to gather some fun fall cocktails, so this is just perfect. Thanks so much for sharing!

    Reply
  16. Stine Mari says

    August 27, 2019 at 6:18 am

    5 stars
    This is the perfect Fall drink! I love the warming spices of vanilla bean, cinnamon and nutmeg. Delicious!

    Reply
  17. Jere Cassidy says

    August 26, 2019 at 10:22 pm

    5 stars
    I love pears and this is definitely a unique drink. Will be looking for the vanilla bean paste, that’s so useful.

    Reply

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