Pear and persimmon are both at their best in autumn, and together they taste of honey and ripe apricot. Fresh mint keeps all that sweetness bright.
1
pear ripe, cored
1
persimmon ripe
8 leaves
mint leaves
5 oz
water
Garnish: Mint sprig · Ice: Served up, no ice
Juicy and sweet, with floral pear, honeyed persimmon and a cool mint finish.
This version uses a whole pear to match the persimmon, which makes it juicier and a little lighter than the persimmon-led variant. Pears add juice and fibre and have a gentle, floral sweetness that suits the richer persimmon.
Persimmons are rich in beta-carotene and very sweet when ripe, so this smoothie needs no sugar at all. Mint cuts through the sweetness and makes the drink refreshing. Good for breakfast or as an afternoon pick-me-up in autumn and early winter.
No, the skin blends well. Peel it only if you want a very smooth texture.
Yes, it contains only fruit, mint and water.
Yes, diced frozen pear or persimmon makes it thicker and colder.
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