Looking for an easy fall mocktail recipe that's festive, refreshing, and perfect for entertaining? This Spiced Pear Spritz is a delicious autumn-inspired non-alcoholic drink made with sweet pear juice, sparkling apple cider, fresh lemon juice, and a splash of club soda. Finished with a cinnamon sugar rim and garnished with fresh pear slices, whole cloves, and a cinnamon stick, this sparkling pear mocktail is full of cozy fall flavors. It's perfect for Thanksgiving, fall dinner parties, holiday gatherings, or simply enjoying a festive drink at home. Want to turn it into a cocktail? Add a splash of your favorite gin and Prosecco for an extra special seasonal drink!
Ingredients
3 oz pear juice
1 oz sparkling apple cider
1/2 oz fresh lemon juice
1–2 oz club soda
Cinnamon sugar, for the glass rim
Ice (optional)
Garnish: 2-3 whole cloves, fresh pear slices, and a cinnamon stick
Instructions
Prepare the glass. Start by preparing a coupe glass. Lightly wet the rim with lemon juice or water and dip it into cinnamon sugar to create a festive cinnamon sugar rim.
Combine the ingredients. In a cocktail shaker or mixing glass, combine the pear juice, sparkling apple cider, and fresh lemon juice. Add ice if desired.
Mix well. Gently stir or shake the mixture until combined and chilled.
Pour and top. Strain or pour the mixture into your prepared coupe glass. Top with 1–2 ounces of club soda.
Garnish and serve. Garnish with fresh pear slices, 2-3 whole cloves, and a cinnamon stick. Serve immediately and enjoy!
Optional Gin & Prosecco Cocktail Variation
Want to make this Spiced Pear Spritz a cocktail? Add a splash of your favorite gin and top with Prosecco in place of some or all of the club soda. The botanical notes of gin and the crisp bubbles of Prosecco pair beautifully with the sweet pear and warm cinnamon flavors for an elegant fall cocktail.