Cocktail:

1. Add all ingredients except ginger beer to a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake vigorously for about 10-15 seconds, then pour into a cocktail glass with a large ice cube and top off with ginger beer. 
2. Optional: garnish with fresh apple and pear slices and a cinnamon stick. 

Infused Vodka:

1. Add all ingredients to a quart-sized (or larger glass jar). Pour vodka over top, stir and seal jar. Let sit on a cool, dark countertop for 3-4 days. After this time, remove cinnamon and vanilla bean, then seal again and infuse for another 3-4 days. 
2. Strain vodka through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth multiple times to remove as much apple/pear residue as possible. Then, return to a clean glass jar, seal, and store in the refrigerator.