Absolut Pears Martini RECIPE

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WRITTEN BY: SCOTT VAN DORT

The Pears Martini is a Fresh Fruit Martini (aka Neo-Martini) that’s sweet, sophisticated and easy to make with just four ingredients, including Absolut Pear (Pear-Flavored Vodka).

“It’s a sublime drink – a showstopper for any dinner party,” says Ricardo ‘Rico’ Dynan, Bartender and Absolut Global Brand Ambassador.

How To Make the Absolut Pears Martini

“It’s sweet yet balanced, and candy-ish because of the Pear flavor,” says Rico. This Pear Martini is a smooth summer sipper that will instantly add an element of sophistication to any gathering. Trust us!

What You’ll Need

  • Jigger or Measuring Instrument 
  • Boston Shaker
  • Martini Glass
  • Citrus Elbow
  • Hawthorne Strainer
  • Fine Mesh Strainer
  • Paring Knife
  • Peeler

How to Mix

  1. Cut one Lemon in half using a Paring Knife. 
  2. Use a Citrus Elbow to squeeze the juice of half a Lemon into a Jigger or other measuring tool and set the other half of the Lemon aside for garnishing later.
  3. Pour the Fresh Lemon Juice into a Boston Shaker.
  4. Measure and pour Pear Purée into the Shaker.
  5. Measure and pour in Simple Syrup, followed by Absolut Pears.
  6. Fill the Shaker with Ice Cubes and shake vigorously.
  7. Place a Hawthorne Strainer over the larger tin of your Boston Shaker.
  8. Double strain the cocktail by pouring it through a Fine Mesh Strainer directly into a Martini Glass.
  9. Use a Peeler to peel a Lemon Twist from the Lemon half you set aside earlier.
  10. Squeeze the Lemon Twist over your cocktail before placing it directly into your Glass.
  11. Sip and enjoy!

WATCH RICO SHOW YOU HOW TO MAKE THE PEARS MARTINI

The History of the Absolut Pears Martini  

Michael Bergström, Drinks Expert from Bartenders’ Choice Awards, explains the history of the Pears Martini:

In the 1990s, London and New York emerged as the epicenters of a cocktail revolution. Inspired by old cocktail recipe books, Bartenders began revisiting older recipes that used fresh ingredients instead of the artificial sour mixes that were popular at the time.

Even before the popular Cosmopolitan of the 1980s, the Apple Martini (aka Appletini) gained popularity in New York City. During this time, a group of influential London bartenders visited NYC on an inspirational brand trip. They were greatly inspired by the New York bartenders’ use of the iconic Martini as a framework for experimenting with different flavors and ingredients beyond the traditional Gin, Vodka, and Dry Vermouth combination.

Back in London, it didn’t take long for a new trend of Martini-style cocktails to appear on menus in various bars. The Fresh Fruit Martini emerged as a simple yet amazing formula, featuring a Vodka base, the fruit of choice, and a touch of sugar. Over time, citrus was added to bring balance and structure to the drinks.

Bartenders began exploring various fruits, combining them with each other, and experimenting with adding herbs, spices, and liqueurs. These innovations led to the creation of specific names for these “Neo-Martinis,” which became timeless classics, including the Pineapple Martini, Pornstar Martini, French Martini, and the reason you’re here – the Absolut Pears Martini.

Tips for Making the Perfect Absolut Pears Martini

  • Muddle Fresh Pears
    Michael Bergström suggests muddling Fresh Pear instead of using Pear Purée. Just muddle enough Fresh Pear to roughly match the measurements suggested for the Purée in this recipe.“Make sure to taste the drink before serving in case you need to balance it out with more Simple Syrup or Lemon Juice,” advises Bergström.

  • Fill your Shaker with plenty of Ice
    Once you’ve measured and poured all the ingredients into your Boston Shaker, add plenty of Ice Cubes.“You want to pack your Shaker with as much Ice as possible – this means you’ll have more control over the dilution,” shares Rico.

  • Double strain your cocktail
    In the video, you’ll see that Rico strains the cocktail using a Hawthorne Strainer together with a Fine Mesh Strainer before pouring it into the Martini Glass. This is what’s known as double straining.

    “The Purée and the fruit itself are quite a grainy fruit, and we don’t really want that grainy texture within the drink – we just want the flavor of Pear,” explains Rico. Additionally, you want to avoid having small Ice Chips in your drink, as this will further dilute your cocktail.

    Don’t miss our post where we explain how to double strain a cocktail and why it’s essential if you want to achieve a perfectly smooth drink.

  • Squeeze Fresh Lemons!
    We’ve said one hundred times, and we’ll gladly say it again, to bring any cocktail up to bar-level standard, you’ll want to use Fresh Squeezed Lemon Juice. Store bought bottled stuff might be convenient, but the experience is completely different when you use fresh juice. Grab a Citrus Elbow and get squeezing!

Variations of an Absolut Pears Martini

  • Elderflower & Pear Martini
    This variation uses Absolut Vodka instead of Absolut Pears, together with Pear Juice instead of Pear Purée, drops the Simple Syrup but adds Elderflower Cordial. The addition of Elderflower brings a wonderful floral quality to the drink that works perfectly with the Pear. Discover our recipe for an Elderflower & Pear Martini.

  • Angostura Bitters
    Add a dash or two of Angostura Bitters directly into the Shaker before shaking. The Bitters add a subtle spice and aromatic richness that give the drink another level of complexity.

  • Elderflower Liqueur
    Instead of using Elderflower Cordial, you can also add 15 ml / 0.5 oz (half a part) of Elderflower Liqueur to your Pear Martini to introduce a delicate floral sweetness that complements the Pear and Simple Syrup.
    You might want to adjust the sweetness by using less Simple Syrup, as the Elderflower Liqueur will increase the overall sweetness of your drink. Play around with it until you find the preferred amount of sweetness for your palate.

Serving and Garnish Ideas for an Absolut Pears Martini

Being that it’s a Martini, we recommend serving your Pears Martini in a Martini Glass.

Most people garnish their Pears Martini with a slice of Fresh Pear, which works wonderfully. However, Rico prefers garnishing his Pears Martini with some fresh Lemon Zest.

“Once we zest those Lemon Oils over the drink, it brightens up those heavy Pear flavors. Instantly, those Lemon aromas just elevate the aroma of the drink,” shares Rico.

It’s your drink after all, so decide for yourself which garnish you prefer.

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