Sparkling Pomegranate Juice is my go-to non-alcoholic drink for holiday entertaining. It is bright, fizzy, and so straightforward to throw together.
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Holiday-Ready Pomegranate Punch in Minutes!
I’m such a foodie that I’m usually asked to bring dishes to parties and get-togethers, but rarely, if ever, a drink. So when I was asked to bring a kid-friendly drink to a holiday party, I was thrilled and ready for the challenge to mix things up.
My sparkling raspberry lemonade is always a crowd-pleaser, so I decided to build on that and make it more seasonal.
Pomegranates were the obvious choice, and with my trusty simple syrup, this sparkling drink came together effortlessly. It’s so good, I know it’ll be on repeat from now on!
Sparkling Pomegranate Juice Ingredients
| Ingredient | Swaps or Tips |
|---|---|
| Pomegranate arils | Buy pre-packaged arils to save time or deseed at home under water to avoid stains. |
| Limes | Lemon works in a pinch; roll limes on the counter to release more juice. |
| Simple syrup | Make up to 1 week ahead and chill. |
| Unsweetened cranberry-pomegranate juice | Straight pomegranate juice works, but the blend keeps the flavor balanced. |
| Sparkling water or club soda | Use lemon-lime soda for a sweeter drink and skip or reduce the syrup; add only at serving for best fizz. |
How To Make Sparkling Pomegranate Juice
- Prep: Store extra seeds in the freezer for future use in drinks or desserts.
- Simple Syrup: Make the syrup up to a week ahead and store it in the fridge.
- Assemble: Stir gently to keep the fizz from fading.
- Add Garnishes: Freeze some extra seeds and lime slices in ice cubes for an extra festive touch. Enjoy right away!
How To Prep A Pomegranate
- Slice off the top, about 1/4 inch from the stem end.
- Lightly cut along the lines on the skin without slicing too deep.
- Pull the sections apart over a bowl of water so the seeds drop in.
- Scoop out and throw away the white bits that float.
- Pour the seeds through a small strainer and use in this Sparkling Pomegranate Juice.
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