Pomegranate Mocktail
This sparkling pomegranate mocktail uses homemade grenadine to create a non-alcoholic drink ideal for a party. Loaded with fresh fruit and mint leaves it's a very pretty drink to serve. Add a splash of vodka or gin for a boozy hit.
Servings: 1 Serving
Calories: 148kcal
Ingredients
- 20 ml Pomegranate syrup
- 150 ml Sparkling Lemonade clear or cloudy
Optional Garnishes
- Pomegranate arils
- Fresh berries e.g. Raspberries, blueberries or strawberries
- Fresh mint or rosemary or thyme
- Lemon zest
Instructions
- Pour the pomegranate syrup into a Copa glass or tumbler.
- Add the lemonade.
- Add plenty of ice.
- Garnish and serve immediately.
Notes
- Stir if necessary: Depending on the thickness of your pomegranate syrup you may need to stir your mocktail well - do it gently to retain the fizz.
- Use clear glasses to show off the colour: High ball glasses or Copa glasses are ideal.
Variations:
- Pomegranate & Ginger Mocktail: Swap the lemonade for ginger ale to add a warming twist to your pomegranate mocktail.
- Shirley Temple: Use ginger ale in place of the lemonade and garnish your mocktail with a maraschino cocktail cherry.
- Less sugar: Use low sugar/ sugar free pomengranate syrup and replace the lemonade with soda water.
- Add alcohol: A measure of gin, vodka or tequila works well in this drink.
Nutrition
Calories: 148kcal | Carbohydrates: 37g | Sodium: 17mg | Potassium: 8mg | Sugar: 30g | Calcium: 2mg | Iron: 0.01mg
