Apricot Pear Cordials

Ingredients

• 1.5 pounds pears dried
• 1.5 pounds clear rock candy (see tip, below)
• 2 liters vodka 

Equipment

Directions

1. Divide rock candy among containers.
2. Add fruit and cover with vodka. Seal containers tightly and let stand for 6 weeks, preferably in a cool, dark place.
3. Serve as an after-dinner drink or drizzle over ice cream.
4. Rock candy can be purchased from The Original Fudge Kitchen (1-800-233-8343; www.fudgekitchens.com).