Sparkling Cranberry Pomegranate Mocktail
This Sparkling Cranberry Pomegranate Mocktail is bright, festive, and SO EASY! A refreshing blend of tart cranberry and sweet pomegranate juices fizzed with sparkling water.
Equipment
- Large pitcher or mixing glass
- Measuring Cups
- Long spoon or stirrer
- Glasses or tumblers
- Ice scoop or tongs
Ingredients
- 2 cups cranberry juice 100% juice, no added sugars
- 1 cup pomegranate juice fresh or bottled
- 2 cups sparkling water plain or lightly flavored
- fresh cranberries for garnish
- pomegranate seeds for garnish
- mint leaves for garnish
- ice to chill and serve
Instructions
- Begin by chilling your cranberry juice, pomegranate juice, and sparkling water in the refrigerator to keep the mocktail cold and crisp.
- Pour 2 cups of cranberry juice and 1 cup of pomegranate juice into your pitcher. Stir gently to combine evenly.
- Slowly add 2 cups of sparkling water and stir gently to retain fizz.
- Fill each glass with ice cubes to the top to chill the drink and add to presentation.
- Pour the mocktail mixture over the ice-filled glasses and garnish each with fresh cranberries, pomegranate seeds, and a sprig of mint leaves.
- Serve immediately to enjoy the full sparkle and freshness.
Notes
- Rim glasses with sugar by moistening edges with juice and dipping in granulated sugar for a festive touch.
- Muddle cranberries and mint leaves in the pitcher before adding liquids to intensify flavors.
- Add a teaspoon of honey or agave syrup before sparkling water for a sweeter mocktail.
- Sprinkle ground cinnamon or use a cinnamon stick as a seasonal garnish variation.
- Best enjoyed fresh; store juices separately and add sparkling water just before serving to keep fizz.