Description
Ina Garten’s Pomegranate Spritzers offer refreshing elegance for summer gatherings. Sparkling wine and pomegranate juice create a sophisticated cocktail that delights guests with its crisp, fruity charm.
Ingredients
Scale
Main Ingredients:
- 2 cups (480 ml) sparkling water
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) pomegranate juice
- 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lime juice
Garnish:
- Fresh pomegranate seeds
- Lime slices
Instructions
- Retrieve four martini glasses and place them in the freezer, allowing them to chill for a minimum of 30 minutes to create a frosty surface that will enhance the drinking experience.
- Select a large pitcher and pour in the sparkling water, pomegranate juice, and freshly squeezed lime juice, ensuring precise measurements for a balanced flavor profile.
- Add several ice cubes to the pitcher and gently stir the liquid mixture for approximately 30 seconds, which will effectively cool the beverage and blend the ingredients harmoniously.
- Remove the chilled martini glasses from the freezer and carefully strain the mixed liquid into each glass, distributing the drink evenly.
- Embellish each martini glass with a sprinkle of vibrant pomegranate seeds and a delicate lime slice, creating an elegant and visually appealing presentation.
- For larger gatherings, prepare the beverage in a spacious pitcher, maintaining the same ingredient proportions and mixing technique.
- When serving for a crowd, utilize highball glasses filled with ice, pouring the chilled mixture and adorning each glass with pomegranate seeds and a complementary lime slice.
Notes
- Keep glasses in the freezer at least half an hour before serving to maintain an icy-cold temperature throughout the drink.
- Select premium pomegranate juice and freshly squeezed lime juice for maximum flavor intensity and brightness.
- Combine ingredients thoroughly by stirring continuously for 30 seconds, ensuring complete blending and optimal chilling.
- Sprinkle pomegranate seeds and delicate lime slices moments before presenting the spritzer to preserve their vibrant appearance and crisp texture.
- Consume the cocktail immediately after preparation to enjoy maximum carbonation and robust taste profile.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving (1/4 of the recipe)
- Calories: 60
- Sugar: 14 g
- Sodium: 5 mg
- Fat: 0 g
- Saturated Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Protein: 0 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg