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Easy Sparkling Pomegranate New Year’s Eve Mocktail Recipe

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A cozy, festive mocktail with pomegranate juice, fresh citrus, and rosemary, ready in 5 minutes. Perfect for New Year’s Eve or any celebration, this non-alcoholic drink is a crowd-pleaser for all ages.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup (240 ml) pomegranate juice (100% pure, such as POM Wonderful)
  • 1/4 cup (60 ml) fresh orange juice (from about 1 large orange)
  • 2 tablespoons (30 ml) fresh lime juice
  • 1 cup (240 ml) sparkling water or club soda (e.g., San Pellegrino)
  • 2 to 3 fresh rosemary sprigs
  • Fresh orange slices, for garnish
  • 2 tablespoons pomegranate arils, for garnish
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 to 2 teaspoons simple syrup (optional, for extra sweetness)

Instructions

  1. Muddle the rosemary and orange: Place 2 rosemary sprigs and 2 thin orange slices in the bottom of a cocktail shaker or mason jar. Gently press down with a muddler or wooden spoon handle 4 to 5 times to release oils and aroma. Do not over-muddle.
  2. Add the juices: Pour in 1 cup pomegranate juice, 1/4 cup fresh orange juice, and 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice. If using simple syrup, add it now. Swirl gently to combine.
  3. Shake with ice: Fill the shaker halfway with ice cubes. Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 10 to 15 seconds until well chilled.
  4. Strain into glasses: Place a fine-mesh strainer over serving glasses and pour the mixture evenly between them, filling each about two-thirds full.
  5. Top with sparkling water: Slowly pour sparkling water or club soda into each glass, dividing evenly. Pour gently to preserve bubbles.
  6. Garnish and serve: Add a fresh rosemary sprig to each glass (gently slap it between your palms first to release oils). Drop in a few pomegranate arils and add a thin orange slice on the rim or floating on top. Serve immediately.

Notes

For best results, use cold ingredients. Muddle gently to avoid bitterness. Add sparkling water at the last second to preserve fizz. The juice base can be made up to 24 hours ahead and stored in the refrigerator. For a spiced version, muddle with a cinnamon stick and 2 whole cloves. For an alcoholic version, replace sparkling water with prosecco or champagne.

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