Looking for a festive, yet very easy cocktail recipe? Try this easy pomegranate cocktail recipe! Its kicked up a notch or two with some festive flavors such as orange and rosemary. Cheers to the holidays!
For simple syrup: | ||
Sugar | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
Water | 1/2 Cup (8 tbs) | |
Orange peel | 1 Large | |
Fresh rosemary sprig | 1 | |
For cocktail: | ||
Fresh orange slices | 1 | |
Pomegranate juice | 1 Ounce | |
Vodka | 1 1/2 Ounce | |
Syrup | 1/2 Ounce (((((Rosemary Orange Simple Syrup, see the syrup recipe ingredients above))))) | |
Club soda | 1/4 Cup (4 tbs) | |
Pomegranate seeds | 1/4 Tablespoon | |
Ice cubes | 1 Cup (16 tbs) |
MAKING:
1. The first thing you want to do is make the simple syrup. In a small pan over medium high heat add in the sugar, water, rosemary, and orange peel. Let it come to a simmer until the sugar has dissolved. Once dissolved turn it off and let it come to room temperature.
2. In a shaker, muddle the orange slice.
3. Add ice in the shaker along with the pomegranate juice, vodka, and simple syrup.
4. Shake until chilled and strain into a glass filled with ice.
5. Top off with club soda, add a sprig of rosemary, and a few pomegranate seeds to the top.
SERVING:
6. Serve and enjoy!