Pomegranate Martini
User Reviews
4.2
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Prep Time
5 mins
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Total Time
5 mins
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Servings
6
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Calories
337 kcal
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Course
Drinks
Pomegranate Martini
Description
The Pomegranate Martini combines vodka and orange liqueur for a spirit base with a citrus undertone, while pomegranate juice adds a vibrant, tart fruit flavor. Fresh lemon juice brightens the cocktail's acidity. The glass rim is coated with gold sanding sugar for a sweet, decorative touch. Garnishes of pomegranate seeds provide a burst of texture and tartness, lemon twists contribute aromatic citrus oils, and rosemary sprigs add an herbal aroma that complements the drink's fruity elements.
Prepared in advance and chilled, this cocktail can be served over ice if desired, allowing the flavors to meld while keeping it cold. It suits celebrations or relaxing evenings when a visually striking, flavorful martini is desired. The recipe’s use of fresh garnishes enhances presentation and drinking experience.
Ingredients
- 2 cups vodka 16 ounces
- 1 cup orange liqueur such as Cointreau, 8 ounces
- 1 cup pomegranate juice 8 ounces
- ⅓ cup pomegranate seeds
- lemon juice of 1
- lemon peel twists
- rosemary sprigs
- sanding sugar optional, gold
Instructions
- Combine the vodka, orange liqueur, pomegranate juice, and lemon juice in a pitcher and refrigerate until ready to use. Dip the rims of the martini glasses in a shallow bowl with ¼ inch of water then roll the rims in gold sugar. Fill martini glasses with pomegranate mixture, a tablespoon of pomegranate seeds, lemon twists, and garnish with rosemary sprigs. Serve over ice if desired.
Notes
- Chill the cocktail mixture ahead for best flavor and temperature.
- Rim glasses with water before gold sanding sugar for sparkle and sweetness.
- Add fresh lemon twists and rosemary sprigs for garnish and enhanced aroma.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 337 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 337kcal | 17% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 0.2g | 0% |
| Fat | 0.2g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.04g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 0.03g | 0% |
| Sodium | 5mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 111mg | 2% |
| Fiber | 0.4g | 2% |
| Sugar | 15g | 30% |
| Vitamin C | 1mg | 1% |
| Calcium | 5mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.1mg | 1% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
4.2
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