Non-Alcoholic Drinks
New Year's Pear-Ginger Cinnamon Fizz for Kids
Stir 120 ml chilled pear nectar, 15 ml fresh lemon juice and a pinch of cinnamon; add 120 ml nonalcoholic ginger ale over ice. One 5-minute New Year's pear-ginger fizz for kids, approximately 130 kcal with two pear slices and zero alcohol.
This New Year's Pear-Ginger Cinnamon Fizz for Kids is a golden, gently spiced drink for a family countdown. Pear nectar provides soft fruit sweetness, fresh lemon brightens it, and ordinary 0% ABV ginger ale supplies the bubbles. Unlike an apple-cranberry punch or a blended snowman slush, this drink is built directly in the glass in about five minutes. It contains no spirits, bitters, alcoholic extracts or fermented mixers.
Includes cutting pear, measuring, stirring and adding chilled ginger ale; no cooking.
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WHAT YOU NEED
Ingredients
METHOD
How to make it
- Prepare the pear. Wash a fresh pear, cut two thin slices (about 20 g total) and remove the core and seeds. Cut them into smaller, age-appropriate pieces if needed. Set aside the optional cinnamon stick as a removable decoration.
- Measure the base. Pour 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold pear nectar and 1 tablespoon (15 ml) fresh lemon juice into a 12 fl oz cup.
- Add the spice. Sprinkle in one small pinch (about 1/16 teaspoon) ground cinnamon and stir well so no dry clumps remain. The cinnamon should be subtle, not gritty.
- Add ice. Place 1/2 cup (70 g) ice cubes in the cup. For younger children, omit loose ice and use a pre-chilled cup instead.
- Finish with bubbles. Slowly pour in 1/2 cup (120 ml) cold 0% ABV ginger ale. Stir just once so it stays sparkling.
- Garnish safely. Add the two prepared pear slices. A cinnamon stick may be placed briefly for a photograph, but remove it before giving the drink to a child. Serve immediately with age-appropriate supervision; do not add the decorative whole berries shown in the photo.
Recipe notes
Approximately 130 kcal including two thin pear slices, based on typical sweetened pear nectar and regular ginger ale; brands vary. Strictly 0% ABV when prepared with labeled nonalcoholic ginger ale; no alcohol, alcoholic extracts or bitters. Whole cranberries pictured are styling props only and should not be added to a young child’s drink. Remove cinnamon stick before serving. Not yet physically tested or tasted by the owner.
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What is the difference between pear nectar and pear juice?
Pear nectar usually contains pear purée or juice blended with water and sometimes sweetener, giving a fuller, slightly cloudy drink. Plain pear juice is typically thinner and may be less sweet. Either can work, but this recipe's calorie estimate assumes a typical sweetened pear nectar. If you use unsweetened pear juice, the drink may taste sharper and have fewer calories.
How to make it less sweet
Use a lower-sugar, clearly labeled 0% ABV ginger ale, or replace half the ginger ale with chilled sparkling water. Both changes lower the sweetness and change the calorie estimate. Do not substitute alcoholic ginger beer or a fermented drink marketed as a probiotic soda. For a different children's drink with tropical fruit, try the New Year's Passion Fruit Confetti Fizz for Kids.
Can I prepare it before a New Year's Eve party?
Chill the pear nectar and ginger ale separately. Measure the nectar, lemon juice and cinnamon into a covered jug up to a few hours ahead and refrigerate. Add ginger ale only when serving to preserve carbonation. Slice the pear at the last minute so it does not brown; a little lemon juice on the slices can slow browning. Keep cut fruit cold and discard leftovers that have sat out for more than two hours.
Calories, allergens and alcohol content
Estimated 130 kcal for one serving including the measured two pear slices: roughly 70 kcal from 120 ml pear nectar, 45 kcal from 120 ml regular ginger ale, 4 kcal from 15 ml lemon juice and 11 kcal from about 20 g pear. Ice and cinnamon contribute negligible calories. Actual brands vary. The drink is 0% ABV when made with the specified labeled 0% ABV ginger ale, and uses no alcoholic extracts or bitters. This recipe is an editorial draft and has not yet been physically tested or tasted by the owner.
For a warm children's alternative, see Christmas Gingerbread Caramel Hot Cocoa. Adults can separately enjoy the Christmas Orange-Spice Mezcal Ginger Highball. Browse the New Year's Eve drinks collection for other celebrations.
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