Some cocktails invite you to linger a little longer. Our Pear & Sage Harvest Punch brings fresh garden flavor to your holiday gathering, with sweet pear, fragrant sage, and a splash of tequila. Make a pitcher ahead of time so you can settle in with your guests, savor the conversation, and enjoy the people around your table.
Pear, fresh sage, and bright lemon come together in a pitcher made for gathering. Mix the base ahead of time, then add a little sparkle when it’s time to pour.
Serves 12
- 2¼ cups blanco tequila
- 3 cups pear nectar
- ¾ cup fresh lemon juice
- ½ cup sage simple syrup, recipe below
- 2 cups chilled club soda
- Thin pear slices and fresh culinary sage sprigs, for garnish
- Ice, for serving
Make the sage syrup
Combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water in a small saucepan. Heat gently, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat, add 10–12 fresh culinary sage leaves, and steep for 15 minutes. Strain and cool completely. This makes slightly more than you’ll need; refrigerate the extra for another glass.
Prepare ahead
Up to 24 hours before serving, combine the tequilla, pear nectar, lemon juice, and ½ cup sage syrup in a pitcher. Cover and refrigerate.
When guests arrive
Stir the chilled mixture, then gently stir in the club soda. Serve over ice and garnish each glass with a pear slice and a small sage sprig. For a longer gathering, add a splash of soda to each glass instead of the pitcher to keep every serving bubbly.
Make it a mocktail
Omit the tequilla. Prepare the pear, lemon, and sage base ahead, then add 4 cups chilled club soda just before serving. Adjust with additional soda to taste.
A little something from the garden. A little more time together.