Desert Pear

Desert Pear is a complex, herbaceous cocktail that pairs the unique agave characteristics of Madre Mezcal Ensamble with the grassy, earth-driven notes of Sotol. It is meticulously stirred with 1 oz of the mezcal and 1 oz of Sotol, layered with 0.25 oz of spiced pear liqueur, 0.25 oz of bittersweet Luxardo Bitter Bianco, and 0.5 oz of sweet pear syrup. A single dash each of Scrappy's Celery Bitters and Angostura Bitters adds an intriguing savory and aromatic depth. Stirred with ice until perfectly chilled, the drink is strained into a cocktail glass over fresh ice. It is beautifully finished by expressing the oils of an orange peel over the top, then garnished with the citrus twist and a slice of fresh pear.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz Madre Mezcal Ensamble

• 1 oz Sotol 

• 0.25 oz Spiced Pear Liqueur

• 0.25 oz Luxardo Bitter Bianco

• 0.5 oz Pear Syrup

• 1 dash Scrappy's Celery Bitters

• 1 dash Angostura Bitters

Instructions:

• Stir & strain into a cocktail glass with fresh ice.

• Express an orange peel over top and garnish with a twist and pear. 

Attribution:
Recipe: Mike Vander Horn
Photo & Origin: Madre Mezcal