Ginger Pomegranate Cocktail is a bright, refreshing holiday drink made with ginger beer, pomegranate-flavored Italian soda (or pomegranate juice), fresh lime juice, vodka, and a few aromatic herbs. It’s an easy, festive cocktail that comes together in minutes. Please enjoy responsibly.
Table of Contents
- Ingredients for Ginger Pomegranate Cocktail
- Ginger Beer Cocktail
- How to make a Ginger Beer Pomegranate Cocktail
- More Festive Cocktail Recipes
- Ginger Pomegranate Cocktail
I like to have a signature drink for holiday gatherings, whether it’s just two people or a small group. This Ginger Pomegranate Cocktail adds color and seasonal flavor with minimal effort.
For another festive option, try a Christmas Mimosa.
Ingredients for Ginger Pomegranate Cocktail
- Ginger beer
- Pomegranate-flavored Italian soda (or pomegranate juice)
- Fresh lime juice
- Vodka
- Fresh thyme
- Fresh mint
- Pomegranate seeds for garnish
Ginger Beer Cocktail
This drink blends elements of two classics: the Moscow Mule (ginger beer and vodka) and a spritz (a bubbly, bright aperitif). Instead of Prosecco, this version uses pomegranate-flavored Italian soda for a non-wine, festive twist. The result is a refreshingly tart, slightly sweet cocktail with herbal brightness and a beautiful red hue.
Quality and balance of ingredients are the keys — fresh lime and good ginger beer make a big difference.
How to make a Ginger Beer Pomegranate Cocktail
- Fill a large mixing glass with ice, add the fresh mint and thyme, and muddle gently to release the herbs’ aroma.
- Add ginger beer, pomegranate soda (or juice), lime juice, and vodka. Stir to combine, then strain or pour into a fresh glass over ice.
- Garnish with a lime wedge, a sprig of mint, and a few pomegranate seeds.
Even without big gatherings, this cocktail is an easy way to celebrate at home.
Cheers to a wonderful holiday season.
More Festive Cocktail Recipes
- Mulled Wine
- Apple Cider Mimosa
- Bourbon Cocktail with Grilled Lemon Simple Syrup
- Pomegranate Mimosa
- Blackberry Aperol Spritz
- How to Host a Holiday Cocktail Party
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Ginger Pomegranate Cocktail
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Ingredients
- 2 oz ginger beer
- 2 oz pomegranate flavored Italian soda (pomegranate juice works too)
- 2 oz vodka
- 1/2 lime, juiced
- 1 sprig fresh thyme
- 3-4 fresh mint leaves
- Garnish: mint leaves, pomegranate seeds, lime wedges
Instructions
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Add ice to a large mixing glass, then add the thyme and mint. Muddle a few times to release the herbs’ aroma. Add ginger beer, pomegranate soda (or juice), vodka, and lime juice, and stir to combine.
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Pour into a rocks glass over fresh ice and garnish with mint, pomegranate seeds, and a lime wedge.
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