Alcohol | Vegetarian

Pear Liqueur

N/A Allergens: None (check specific brands for dairy/sulfites)
Pear Liqueur

Sourcing & Taxonomy

  • Family N/A
  • Primary Cuisine Global
  • Seasonality Year-Round
  • Source Ethanol, Pear Extract/Juice, Sugar

The Forktionary Angle

"The essence of ripe pears captured in a bottle, offering an aromatic, sweet punch that elevates both cocktails and culinary creations."

Definition

A sweet alcoholic spirit infused with the essence or juice of pears, often used in cocktails or as a dessert topping.

Sensory Profile

TasteSweet, Fruity, Pear, Alcoholic
TextureSyrupy, Smooth
AromaStrong Pear, Alcoholic, Floral
AcidityLow/Medium

Technical Metrics

Alcohol Content (ABV)

Typically 20-30%

Common Use

Cocktails, dessert flavoring

Shelf Life (Opened)

6 months to 1 year (flavor may diminish)

Nutrition Facts

Per 30 ml
Calories250 kcal
Total Fat0 g
Saturated Fat0 g
Trans Fat0 g
Cholesterol0 mg
Protein0 g
Total Carbohydrate25 g
Dietary Fiber0 g
Total Sugars25 g
Calcium0 mg
Iron0 mg
Potassium5 mg

Chef’s Secret

To enhance the pear flavor in a cocktail, muddle fresh pear slices before adding pear liqueur and other ingredients.

Substitutions

Best Match

Pear Brandy (Eau de Vie)

1:1 (use less)

Higher alcohol content, less sweet, more intense natural pear flavor. Adjust for sweetness.

Pear Syrup (non-alcoholic)

1:1

Non-alcoholic option, retains pear flavor and sweetness, but lacks the alcoholic kick.

Apple Liqueur

1:1

Offers a similar fruity, sweet profile but with apple instead of pear flavor.

Elderflower Liqueur

1:1

A floral, sweet liqueur that can substitute in some cocktail applications, providing a different but complementary aroma.

Buying Guide

Store at room temperature. Different brands will have varying sweetness and pear intensity; try a small bottle first.

Flavor Pairings

Champagne Vodka Gin Bourbon Chocolate Vanilla Almond Ginger Cinnamon Desserts Cocktails