November is peak season for pears, there where pears grow.

December is peak season for liqueur, there where holiday parties abound.

Now, is the perfect time to try out this beverage recipe, allowing you to take advantage of the peaks of both seasons.

Pear Liqueur
As tested and enjoyed by the DabLab.

• 3 pears (you choose the variety)
• 2 cups sugar
• 1/2 cup boiling water
• 1 orange, sliced peel (zest) only
• 3 whole cloves
• 1/2 tsp. whole coriander
• 1/2 tsp. ground cinnamon
• 1 whole peppercorn
• 2 cups vodka

• Dice pears, removing the seeds.
• Place pears in a glass jar along with the spices, orange peel and vodka.
• Cover the jar and set aside for 2 weeks, in room temperature, away from bright light.
• Strain the mixture.
• Dissolve the sugar in the water and add to the strained mixture.
• Cover and set aside for 2 weeks.
• Enjoy.
  
  

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