Ingredients with Measurements:
- 6 cups of pear juice
- 2 cups of apple cider
- 1 cup of brown sugar
- 1 cinnamon stick
- 1 teaspoon of ground cloves
- 1 teaspoon of ground nutmeg
- 1 teaspoon of ground ginger
- 1 cup of ice
Special equipment needed:
- Large pot
- Wooden spoon
- Fine mesh strainer
- Pitcher
- Ice cube tray
Step-by-step instructions:
1. In a large pot, combine pear juice, apple cider, brown sugar, cinnamon stick, cloves, nutmeg, and ginger.
2. Place the pot over medium heat and stir until the sugar dissolves.
3. Bring the mixture to a boil, then reduce the heat to low and let it simmer for 30 minutes.
4. Remove the pot from the heat and let it cool for 10 minutes.
5. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh strainer into a pitcher.
6. Pour the mixture into an ice cube tray and freeze for at least 4 hours.
7. Once the ice cubes are frozen, place them in a blender and blend until smooth.
8. Serve the Spiced Pear Ice Cider in glasses with ice cubes.
- Time:
Preparation time: 10 minutes
- Cooking time: 30 minutes
Temperature:
- Medium heat for boiling
- Low heat for simmering
Serving size:
- 4 servings
Nutritional information:
- Calories: 320
- Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 82g
- Protein: 0g
- Sodium: 20mg
- Fiber: 0g
- Sugar: 75g
Substitutions for ingredients:
- Pear juice can be substituted with apple juice or white grape juice.
- Apple cider can be substituted with white grape juice or cranberry juice.
- Brown sugar can be substituted with white sugar or honey.
- Cinnamon stick can be substituted with ground cinnamon.
Variations:
- Add a splash of rum or brandy for an adult version.
- Use different spices such as cardamom or allspice for a different flavor.
Tips and tricks:
- To make the Spiced Pear Ice Cider sweeter, add more brown sugar.
- To make the Spiced Pear Ice Cider less sweet, use less brown sugar.
- To make the Spiced Pear Ice Cider more spicy, add more cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, or ginger.
- To make the Spiced Pear Ice Cider less spicy, use less cinnamon, cloves, nutmeg, or ginger.
Storage instructions:
- Store the Spiced Pear Ice Cider in an airtight container in the freezer for up to 1 week.
Reheating instructions:
- To reheat the Spiced Pear Ice Cider, place the ice cubes in a blender and blend until smooth.
Presentation ideas:
- Serve the Spiced Pear Ice Cider in a clear glass to show off the beautiful color.
- Garnish with a cinnamon stick or a slice of pear.
Garnishes:
- Cinnamon stick
- Slice of pear
Pairings:
- Cheese platter
- Charcuterie board
Suggested side dishes:
- Roasted vegetables
- Grilled chicken
Troubleshooting advice:
- If the Spiced Pear Ice Cider is too sweet, add more ice cubes to dilute the sweetness.
- If the Spiced Pear Ice Cider is too spicy, add more pear juice or apple cider to dilute the spices.
Food safety advice:
- Make sure to use clean and sanitized equipment when making the Spiced Pear Ice Cider.
- Store the Spiced Pear Ice Cider in an airtight container in the freezer to prevent contamination.
Food history:
- Ice cider originated in Quebec, Canada in the 1990s.
Flavor profiles:
- Sweet
- Spicy
- Fruity
Serving suggestions:
- Serve the Spiced Pear Ice Cider as a dessert or a refreshing drink on a hot day.
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Taste: Sweet, Spicy, Fruity, Tart, Refreshing