Quick and Delicious Pomegranate Cosmopolitan Cocktail Recipe
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Take your taste buds on a luxurious journey with this Pomegranate Cosmopolitan cocktail, where the crisp notes of vodka blend perfectly with the tartness of pomegranate juice and the sweetness of triple sec. A delectable twist on the classic Cosmo that will have you feeling indulgent in every sip.
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The full ingredients list and instructions are found in the printable recipe card at the end of this post. I highly recommend reading the blog post all the way through so that you don’t miss any tips or substitution suggestions and ensure that you have all the ingredients and equipment required and understand the steps and timings involved.
Pomegranate Cosmopolitan
A cosmopolitan, or, informally, a cosmo is a cocktail made with vodka, Cointreau, cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed or sweetened lime juice. Wikipedia
In this recipe, we’ve made a few switches to create a Pomegranate Cosmopolitan cocktail, which is a delicious and colorful twist on the classic cocktail.
Once shaken until well chilled, the cocktail is strained into a glass and garnished with a slice of lime.
There is something about martini glasses that scream elegance and sophistication, making Pomegranate Cosmos perfect for serving at cocktail parties!
But they’re also a great cocktail for bachelorettes, drinks with friends, or to unwind with after a long day.
Ingredients For Pomegranate Cosmopolitan Cocktail
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- Vodka – use your preferred brand of vodka
- Unsweetened Pomegranate Juice
- Triple Sec – or other orange liqueur such as Cointreau
- Fresh Limes – for juice and garnish
This cocktail is shaken, but don’t worry if you don’t have a cocktail shaker, you could just use a container with a tight-fitting lid – like a mason jar or even the cup on a blender or smoothie maker.
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Pomegranate Cosmopolitan Variations
Here are some variations of the original cocktail recipe that you might like to try out.
Virgin Pomegranate Cosmo Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic)
So that non-drinkers can enjoy a Cosmo mocktail we simply remove the alcohol and replace it!
In a cocktail shaker, shake together:
- 3 oz Unsweetened Pomegranate Juice
- 2 oz Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
Pour into glass and top up with club soda/soda water, and garnish with a slice of lime.
Pomegranate Cosmopolitan Mocktail (Non-Alcoholic Spirits)
For adults who would still like to enjoy the taste of alcohol in their mocktail, you could try non-alcoholic alternatives.
In the UK, try Lyre’s, which is also available on Amazon in the UK and Amazon.com.
Other brands include Strykk (UK), and Ritual (US & Canada). Non-alcoholic spirits are a growing trend, so be on the lookout in your local stores and online.
- Instead of vodka, use Strykk Not Vodka
- Instead of Orange Liqueur, use Lyre’s Orange Sec
Follow the recipe card using the non-alcoholic alternatives listed above instead of the alcoholic ones.
Frozen Pomegranate Cosmo
Want to turn this cocktail into a frozen slushie? Here’s how!
Put all the ingredients in a blender with a generous amount of ice – then blend till smooth.
Serve with a straw, and watch out for brain freeze!
You could do the same with the mocktail version too.
Big Batch Pomegranate Cosmopolitan
Want to make a big batch of this pomegranate cocktail for a party or gathering? It’s so easy!
As long as you use the same measuring container (glass, cup, jug, etc.,) for the “1 part”, the ratios will be correct and you can make as much as you need to.
To make a big batch of cosmos, mix together:
- 3 parts Vodka
- 3 parts Unsweetened Pomegranate Juice
- 1 part Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
- 1 part Orange Liqueur, such as Triple Sec or Cointreau
Serve the large batch cocktail in drinks dispensers, or pitchers, or go retro and serve from a punch bowl!
Make sure to add plenty of ice to your serving container of choice to keep the cocktail chilled, and provide slices of lime for garnish.
When setting up your bar or cocktail serving area, you could include:
This cocktail recipe is intended for adults of the legal drinking age in your country of residence.
Please drink responsibly. Do not drink and drive.
How Do I Make Pomegranate Cosmopolitans?
You’ll find the printable cocktail recipe below. To save ink, any demonstration photos on the recipe card do not print.
Pomegranate Cosmopolitan Cocktail
Ingredients
- 3 oz Vodka
- 3 oz Unsweetened Pomegranate Juice
- 1 oz Freshly Squeezed Lime Juice
- 1 oz Orange Liqueur such as Triple Sec or Cointreau
- Ice
- Lime slice or peel for garnish
SUGGESTED PRODUCTS
Instructions
- Place the vodka, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and orange liqueur into a cocktail shaker filled with ice.
- Shake well for 15-30 seconds until combined and well chilled.
- Strain into martini glasses.
- Garnish with a slice of lime and enjoy!
Nutrition
Nutritional information is always approximate and will depend on the quality of ingredients used and serving sizes. If you need exact calories and macros, please do your own calculations.
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