EP. 30 · The Expansion Era · Summer
THE 'PEAR'FECT PAUSE
Quiet Luxury in a Glass
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- Crisp ripe pear
- Earthy fresh sage
- Bright citrus
- Light sparkling finish
Ingredients
- ½ cup pear nectar, well chilled
- 1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
- 1 tablespoon honey syrup (equal parts honey and warm water)
- 3 to 4 fresh sage leaves
- ½ cup chilled sparkling water
- 1 large clear ice cube
- GARNISH
- Thin pear slices
- Fresh sage sprig
How to Make It
1
Gently press the sage leaves once or twice in the bottom of your serving glass, just enough to release their aroma.
2
Add the chilled pear nectar, fresh lemon juice, and honey syrup.
3
Stir slowly until combined.
4
Add one large clear ice cube.
5
Slowly top with chilled sparkling water.
6
Give the drink one gentle stir, then garnish with thin pear slices and a fresh sage sprig.
Ritual Moment
Some afternoons aren't meant to be productive.
They're meant to be peaceful.
Open a window.
Put your phone down
Let fresh air drift through the room while you enjoy a drink that asks absolutely nothing of you.
Sometimes the most meaningful reset is simply allowing yourself to pause.