The pear is not much used for simple beverages. In the countries where
this fruit grows plentifully an intoxicating drink known as perry is
made which closely resembles cider and by many is preferred to it.
Pear Soup.
2 lbs. hard stewing pears, 6 ounces of water, half a teaspoonful of
aniseed, honey to taste, 1 stick of cinnamon, 2 pints of water. Stew
slowly until dissolved, strain, and serve either quite cold or very hot.