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a cocktail glass of pomegranate spritzer with a rosemary sprig garnish
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Pomegranate Mocktail

The rosemary-bay syrup adds a layer of complexity that makes this drink taste very fancy indeed!
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time5 minutes
Total Time10 minutes
Course: Drinks
Servings: 1 drink

Ingredients

For the Rosemary-Bay Simple Syrup (makes about 1 cup)

  • ½ cup granulated sugar
  • ½ cup water
  • 2 sprigs rosemary
  • 1 bay leaf

For Each Mocktail

  • 3 TB pomegranate juice
  • 1 TB rosemary-bay simple syrup
  • ½ cup sparkling water, to serve

Instructions

Make the Rosemary-Bay Simple Syrup

  • Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring to dissolve the sugar.
  • Remove from the heat and immediately add the rosemary and bay leaf. Cool to room temperature.
  • The simple syrup can be made ahead and refrigerated in an airtight container for up to 2 weeks. I like to store it with a sprig of rosemary and the bay leaf so that the flavor continues to strengthen over time.

Make the Drink(s)

  • In your serving vessel of choice, mix together the pomegranate juice, simple syrup and sparkling water. Taste and add more juice, syrup, and/or sparkling water to suit your preference.
  • Serve immediately with a stirrer (or fresh rosemary sprig) for mixing.