Our friend The Social Sipper has created this stunning Spiced Pear Sparkler with Domaine Carneros Estate Brut Cuvée. An elegant and approachably festive cocktail, it's perfect for holiday gatherings, celebratory toasts, or those moments when you want something with a little kick!
Our 2021 Estate Brut Cuvée naturally expresses pear, ginger, and lemon, with hints of stone fruit, honeycomb, and orange peel. By adding pear nectar and ginger liqueur, we doubled down on these flavors, creating a symphony. Vanilla extract echoes the wine's brioche notes, while thyme and star anise draw out unexpected complexity.
The result? A cocktail and wine that feel destined for each other—intentional, luxurious, and perfectly harmonious.
Makes: 1 cocktail
Ingredients
Ginger Syrup
If you prefer to make your own ginger syrup instead of using store-bought ginger liqueur, combine:
Add pear nectar, ginger syrup, vanilla extract and chilled Domaine Carneros Brut to a coupe glass.
If desired, garnish with a pear slice, thyme sprig and star anise.
Enjoy immediately!
Ginger Syrup
Combine sugar, ginger and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Bring to a boil, stirring occasionally.
Reduce heat and simmer for 30 minutes.
Remove from heat and let the syrup cool completely. Strain syrup through a fine mesh strainer, discarding solids.
Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 1 week.
Watch the video tutorial!
Sparkling Pear Cocktail Kit
Elevate your cocktail hour with this elegant gift set, perfect for celebrating life's special moments. This curated kit brings together everything you need to craft sophisticated sparkling pear cocktails at home.
What's Inside:
Two Prismatic Crystal Coupes: Captivating facets elevate a fine bead of bubbles in these stunning lead-free crystal glasses. Each holds 7 ounces of your favorite sparkling wine cocktail, setting the stage for a festive celebration.
Williams Pear Nectar: Imported from France, this creamy white nectar, with its pulpy and rich texture and a slight sandiness, will seduce you with its aromatic freshness and power, as well as its beautiful persistence. It's the heart of our Spiced Pear Sparkler.
"Discovered in the south of England at the end of the 18th century by a schoolteacher in his garden, this pear caught the attention of Mr. Williams, his nurseryman neighbor. All pear brandies are made with this variety, which best expresses its qualities on a hillside at an altitude of 500 m. I have it for breakfast or tea time in cold weather: a real treat!" - Alain Millat
Organic Dried Pear Slices: Hand-cut beautiful D'Anjou pears, dehydrated vertically to maintain their natural silhouette. Made in Toronto, Canada, these gorgeous garnishes contain no added sugar, preservatives, chemicals, artificial flavours or colours. Gluten-free, Non-GMO, vegan, and 100% natural. You'll have plenty for garnishing these cocktails, enjoying as a healthy snack, or adding to your favorite recipes.
& A Bottle Of Our Estate Brut Cuvée...
Our Estate Brut Cuvée is the signature wine of Domaine Carneros, comprised of 53% estate-grown Chardonnay and 47% estate-grown Pinot Noir. The 2021 vintage benefited from a unique growing season—early bud break followed by cool spring temperatures and moderate summer weather, thanks to the marine layer. These conditions allowed our grapes to mature slowly and develop wonderful depth of flavor and concentration.
The result is a sparkling wine with fresh, delicate aromas of stone fruit, honeycomb, orange peel, white strawberry, and cherry blossom, with a touch of brioche. This winery-exclusive vintage has been aged to perfection and will continue to evolve beautifully in the cellar over the next decade.
Interested in making more cocktails?
@socialsipper has crafted more recipies for your enjoyment!
This Cranbery Vanilla Sparkler includes cranberry juice, orange liqueur, and vanilla bean for a bold, bubbly, and balanced refreshment.
If you'd like to bring a bit of the Chateau into your home, try this recipie for our take on the Salon 75 cocktail - also avaliable a la carte at the Château!
And try the Watermelon Rose Fresca for fresh, summery drink.
