Description
Winter Pomegranate Mojito is a festive cocktail that combines refreshing mint with the sweet-tart flavor of pomegranate juice. This vibrant drink is perfect for holiday gatherings, offering a delightful burst of flavor in every sip. With its stunning ruby-red color and invigorating taste, it’s an ideal choice for cozy nights by the fireplace or lively celebrations with friends and family. Plus, it’s incredibly easy to prepare in under 15 minutes!
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 cup pomegranate juice (100% pure)
- 10 fresh mint leaves
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice (about half a lime)
- 2 oz white rum
- 1 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Soda water (to top)
Instructions
- Gather all ingredients. Wash mint leaves and cut lime into wedges.
- In a sturdy glass, muddle mint leaves and lime wedges to release juices.
- Add simple syrup and stir gently until dissolved.
- Pour in pomegranate juice and white rum; mix well.
- Top with soda water and stir gently. Garnish with additional mint or pomegranate seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail (200ml)
- Calories: 155
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: <1g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and use sparkling water. Experiment with flavors by adding spices like cinnamon or swapping rum for vodka.