Pomegranate Margarita
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Pomegranate Margarita
Description
The Pomegranate Margarita combines tequila with pomegranate and freshly squeezed orange juices, sweetened lightly with agave nectar and infused with cloves. The preparation includes shaking these ingredients with ice and straining into a glass filled with crushed ice and ruby red pomegranate arils, providing a crisp, chilled beverage visually accented with a sprig of rosemary or an orange peel twist. This cocktail offers a blend of tart and sweet flavors with aromatic herbal and spice elements.
The cocktail can be served as a festive refreshment, suitable for holiday gatherings or any occasion inviting a vibrant, colorful drink. The garnish options allow for customization in presentation, enhancing its appeal.
For those who enjoy a savory contrast, adding a salt rim to the glass is recommended. Serving the drink chilled is important to maintain the refreshing character of the cocktail.
Ingredients
- 4 ounces tequila El Mayor Cristalino
- 1/2 cup pomegranate juice (recommend POM Wonderful)
- 1 orange juiced
- 1 tablespoon agave nectar
- 2 cloves
- pomegranate arils for garnish
- rosemary sprigs
- orange peel twist
Instructions
- Fill glasses with crushed ice.
- In a cocktail shaker with ice place the tequila, pomegranate juice, orange juice, agave nectar, and 2 cloves.
- Shake well, and strain into glasses filled with crushed ice sprinkled with ruby red pomegranate arils, and garnish with a fresh sprig of rosemary or elegant orange peel twist for all the flavors of the season in one beautiful drink.
Notes
- Serve the cocktail chilled for best flavor and refreshment.
- Adding a salt rim to the glass is optional and adds a contrasting savory note.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 2drinks
Amount Per Serving
Calories 228 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 1cocktail | |
| Calories | 228kcal | 11% |
| Carbohydrates | 24g | 8% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 7mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 252mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 2g | 8% |
| Sugar | 21g | 42% |
| Vitamin A | 147IU | 3% |
| Vitamin C | 35mg | 39% |
| Calcium | 33mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.