The pomegranate Mojito Mocktail is a refreshing and delicious choice to pair with your fall feast. It is a refreshing and flavorful mocktail that combines the classic flavors of a Mojito with the tartness of pomegranate juice.
About This Recipe
A pomegranate Mojito is a vibrant and zesty mocktail that is made of a base of fresh mint leaves muddled with tangy pomegranate juice. The combination of zingy lime juice with fresh pomegranate juice produces a delightful burst of flavors. The mixture is then sweetened with a splash of simple syrup or sugar to balance out the tartness of the mojito mocktail.
Why You Will Love This Recipe
- Easy to make: Mocktails are generally easy to make. They require minimal ingredients and will be ready in no time.
- Non-alcoholic: Mojito mocktails, which are non-alcoholic versions of the classic Mojito cocktail are suitable for all age groups and non-drinkers.
- Refreshing: Like classic mojito, this mojito mocktail is usually served over ice in a highball glass, making it a refreshing beverage option to celebrate the arrival of autumn.
Pomegranate Mojito Mocktail Ingredients
- Fresh mint leaves: Use fresh mint leaves. If the mint looks wilted, soak them in ice water for 10 minutes. Gently twist the mint leaves between your hands to release the flavors and oils but be careful not to tear the mint leaves.
- Pomegranate: Use fresh pomegranate juice.
- Lime: Muddle lime wedge or slices with mint leaves to give a zesty tang to the Mojito.
- Sparkling water: Plain sparkling water is the best option for this mocktail.
- Simple syrup: Simple syrup is used to add a touch of sweetness to the mojito mocktail. White granulated sugar, light brown sugar, or any sweetener you like can be used for this recipe.
How to Make Pomegranate Mojito Mocktail?
- Using a sharp knife, draw a circle slightly below the part of the pomegranate that looks like a crown and separate it. Score the outside of the pomegranate into 4 or 6 sections. And then break open the pomegranate into sections. Remove the seeds from the skin and white membranes. Pour the arils into a blender. Pulse for 10 seconds until the juice around the seed is released. Pour the content of the blender into a fine mesh strainer. Separate the seeds from the pomegranate juice.
- Cut the lime into wedges. Remove any seeds if present. Take a sturdy glass and add the mint leaves to it. Squeeze the lime wedges into the glass. Drop the squeezed lime wedges into the glass as well.
- Add simple syrup or sugar. Start with about 1-2 tablespoons of simple syrup and adjust according to your taste preferences.
- Using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, gently muddle mint leaves and lime together in the glass.
- Add crushed ice to the glass and fill it 1/2 full with fresh pomegranate juice.
- Top it off with sparkling water. Using a bar spoon, give a quick and gentle stir. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint, pomegranate seeds, and lime wedges.
- Serve and enjoy your sweet pomegranate mojito mocktail!
Expert Tips
- The most commonly used mint for making mojitos is spearmint but peppermint will also work. Peppermint has a stronger smell and flavor.
- To sweeten a mojito mocktail, you can use simple syrup or muddle sugar with mint leaves and lime wedges.
- Start with about 1-2 tablespoons of simple syrup and adjust according to your taste preferences.
FAQs
What Is Pomegranate Mojito Mocktail Made Of?
A mojito mocktail is typically made with fresh mint leaves, simple syrup, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and sparkling water.
How Is a Pomegranate Mojito Mocktail Served?
Fresh mint leaves, lime wedges, or even pomegranate seeds can be used to garnish the mocktail.
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Ingredients
- 1/2 cup freshly squeezed pomegranate juice
- 1 lime, cut into wedges
- 6-8 mint leaves
- Crushed ice
- 2 tablespoons simple syrup
- 2/3 cup sparkling water
- 1 mint sprig, for garnish
- Pomegranate seeds and lime wedges for garnish
Instructions
Step 1
Using a sharp knife, draw a circle slightly below the part of the pomegranate that looks like a crown and separate it. Score the outside of the pomegranate into 4 or 6 sections. And then break open the pomegranate into sections. Remove the seeds from the skin and white membranes.
Step 2
Pour the arils into a blender. Pulse for 10 seconds until the juice around the seed is released. Pour the content of the blender into a fine mesh strainer. Separate the seeds from the pomegranate juice.
Step 3
Cut the lime into wedges. Remove any seeds if present. Take a sturdy glass and add the mint leaves to it. Squeeze the lime wedges into the glass. Drop the squeezed lime wedges into the glass as well.
Step 4
Add simple syrup or sugar. Start with about 1-2 tablespoons of simple syrup and adjust according to your taste preferences.
Step 5
Using a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon, gently muddle mint leaves and lime together in the glass.
Step 6
Add crushed ice to the glass and fill it 1/2 full with fresh pomegranate juice.
Step 7
Top it off with sparkling water. Using a bar spoon, give a quick and gentle stir. Garnish with a sprig of fresh mint, pomegranate seeds, and lime wedges. Serve and enjoy your sweet pomegranate mojito mocktail!
