Festive Pomegranate Spritz

This sparkling Cranberry Pomegranate Cocktail is the perfect drink for the holiday season. The sweet and festive combination of cranberry simple syrup and pomegranate juice creates a delightful and refreshing cocktail that can also be enjoyed as a non-alcoholic option.

Festive Pomegranate Spritz

A delightful and refreshing holiday cocktail made with cranberry simple syrup and pomegranate juice, perfectly sweet and festive.

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Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 15 mins
Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup fresh cranberries
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1.50 oz vodka
  • 1.50 oz pomegranate juice
  • 0.50 oz freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • Soda water
  • Pomegranate arils for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Combine the cranberries, sugar, and water in a saucepan over medium-high heat and bring to a boil.
  2. Reduce the heat to medium low and let the mixture cook for 10 minutes until the cranberries start to burst.
  3. Strain the juice into a heat-proof bowl, leaving the solids behind, and refrigerate to cool.
  4. In a glass filled with ice, pour the vodka, pomegranate juice, and lemon juice.
  5. Add 1.5 oz. cranberry simple syrup to each glass and top off with soda water.
  6. Garnish with cranberries and pomegranate arils if desired.