Mulled Pear Drink
Mulled Pear Drink is a comforting, spiced beverage that warms both the heart and soul. This delightful drink features juicy pears simmered with aromatic spices like cinnamon and cloves, creating an inviting aroma perfect for chilly evenings. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or enjoying a quiet night by the fire, this easy-to-make drink can be served hot or chilled, making it a versatile treat year-round.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Simmering
- Cuisine: American
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 ripe pears (Bartlett or Anjou), sliced
- 4 cups filtered water
- 2 cinnamon sticks
- 5 whole cloves
- 1 star anise
- 3 tbsp honey or maple syrup
Instructions
- Wash and slice the pears into wedges, keeping the skin on for added flavor.
- In a medium pot, combine water, cinnamon sticks, cloves, and star anise. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat.
- Add the pear wedges to the spice-infused water and simmer for about 10 minutes.
- Stir in honey or maple syrup until dissolved and adjust sweetness to taste.
- Continue simmering for another 10 minutes to meld flavors.
- Serve warm in mugs, garnished with additional cinnamon sticks or pear slices if desired.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (240ml)
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 24g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 32g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: Feel free to substitute apple juice for added sweetness or experiment with spices like nutmeg for a unique twist. To make it non-alcoholic, use fruit juice instead of any alcoholic ingredients.