Quince Pear Evening Pot

Quince nectar gives ripe pear a fragrant, slightly floral background, while vanilla makes the warm fruit flavor feel rounder. Use prepared quince nectar rather than raw quince, which would need a much longer cooking time. Let the pear soften before gently pressing it into the liquid. Strain if you want a clearer cup. This is a mellow evening fruit drink with a little more depth than warm apple juice, and a gentle aroma that doesn't need a strong spice blend.

Ingredients

• 6 oz Water
• 2 oz Quince nectar
• 1/2 fruit Ripe pear, cored and sliced
• 1/8 tsp Alcohol-free vanilla flavoring

Make it

1. Prepare the fruit as listed, removing all stones, cores and hard stems.
2. Put the water and all remaining ingredients in a small saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer and cook for 5–7 minutes until any fresh fruit has softened.
3. Mash softened fruit gently, then strain if you prefer a smoother cup. Remove whole peel, herbs or ginger pieces. Serve comfortably warm.

Benefits

Quince and pear · refreshing fluids

A quince, pear, and vanilla glass starts with 6 oz of water here, contributing fluid while quince adds a fragrant orchard note.

Pear beside quince and vanilla

Using 1/2 fruit of pear adds a mellow orchard sweetness to the warm quince and vanilla, bringing aroma as well as taste to this combination.