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thanksgiving bourbon pear spritzers

{drink recipe from... h e r e}

INGREDIENTS

Ginger Sage Simple Syrup

• Equal parts water to sugar (I used 1 cup of each)

• 5 cubes of frozen ginger

• 4 - 5 sage leaves

Bourbon Pear Spritzer

• 1 ½ oz bourbon

• 2 oz fresh pear juice

• 2 oz ginger ale

• 1 tbsp ginger sage simple syrup

• 1 pear & sage leaves (for a garnish)

DIRECTIONS

Ginger Sage Simple Syrup

1. Combine all ingredients in a saucepan over medium heat, until simmering. Be sure to continually whisk until the sugar is dissolved.

2. Once combined and simmering, remove from heat and let it sit for 5-10 mins for the flavors to absorb.

3. Strain and store in a class jar until you’re ready to use.

Pear Bourbon Sage Spritzer

1. Take a glass filled with ice and mix in bourbon, pear juice, ginger ale, and ginger sage simple syrup.

2. Serve with a beautiful pear garnish and sprigs of sage.