Sparkling Pear Cocktail

(SERVES 4)

• 4 ripe pears
• 40 ml/8 tsp brandy
• Low-calorie ginger ale, chilled

Peel the slices and pears and place in four open champagne glasses or wine goblets. Add the brandy and toss gently. Chill. Bring to the table and top up with chilled ginger ale. Eat the fruit with a spoon, then drink the liquid.