Ginger Pear Martini Recipe

by | Sep 5, 2025 | Cocktail Recipes

Ginger Pear Martini cocktail in a martini glass with golden pear-colored drink, garnished with pear slice and candied ginger skewer on a marble bar top with blurred autumn background. Text reads Ginger Pear Martini with Bartend Long Island logo

Prep time: 5 minutes | Servings: 1 cocktail

This Ginger Pear Martini blends crisp pear, warming ginger, and smooth vodka into a fall cocktail that’s elegant yet easy to make at home. With its golden hue and spiced finish, it’s a perfect pear martini recipe for autumn dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or cozy nights in.

If you enjoy seasonal vodka cocktails or are searching for an easy pear martini recipe, this one delivers a clean, refreshing taste with just the right amount of spice. We first served it at a Montauk dinner event, where it quickly became the crowd favorite alongside our Apple Cider Margarita.

About This Ginger Pear Martini

The combination of fresh pear and spicy ginger creates a martini that’s refreshing but also layered with fall flavor. Unlike overly sweet dessert martinis, this cocktail stays balanced and light, letting the pear and ginger shine without syrupy heaviness.

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Ingredients

  • 2 oz vodka (pear or regular)
  • 1 oz pear nectar or fresh pear purée
  • 0.5 oz ginger liqueur (or ginger syrup)
  • 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
  • 0.25 oz simple syrup (optional, to taste)
  • Ice
  • Garnish: pear slice, candied ginger

Steps

  1. Shake: Add vodka, pear nectar, ginger liqueur, lemon juice, and ice to a shaker. Add syrup if using.
  2. Shake hard: 12–15 seconds until chilled.
  3. Strain: Double-strain into a chilled martini glass.
  4. Garnish: Add a thin pear slice or candied ginger.

Bartender Tips

  • Pear nectar vs purée: Nectar gives smooth consistency; purée brings extra texture and flavor.
  • Fresh lemon: Don’t skip it—it balances the sweetness beautifully.
  • Vodka choice: A pear-flavored vodka intensifies fruit notes, but clean, neutral vodka also works great.

Flavor Pairings

  • Pairs with: apple, cinnamon, rosemary, vanilla.
  • Food: roasted chicken, charcuterie boards, goat cheese crostini.

DIY Ginger Syrup

Simmer 1/2 cup water, 1/2 cup sugar, and 2 oz sliced fresh ginger for 10 minutes. Strain and cool. Use 0.25–0.5 oz in cocktails for a spiced kick.

Variations

  • Spiced Pear Martini: Add a dash of cinnamon or nutmeg.
  • Ginger Pear Mule: Build in a copper mug with ginger beer instead of liqueur.
  • Mocktail: Replace vodka with sparkling water; keep pear + ginger syrup for flavor.

When to Serve

Perfect for fall happy hours, Thanksgiving aperitifs, or as a signature martini at weddings and holiday parties.

Ginger Pear Martini FAQs

What’s the best vodka for a pear martini?

A pear-flavored vodka brings extra fruit intensity, but a high-quality neutral vodka works if you’re pairing with pear nectar.

Can I use ginger beer instead of ginger liqueur?

Yes! For a lighter, bubbly variation, top with ginger beer for a pear mule-style cocktail.

Is this martini sweet?

No—it’s refreshing and balanced. The lemon juice keeps it crisp, while maple or simple syrup can be adjusted for sweetness.

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