Description
Indulge in the perfect balance of tangy, sweet, and refreshing flavors with this Pomegranate Margarita recipe. Whether you’re hosting a holiday gathering or simply unwinding on a summer afternoon, this cocktail is sure to impress.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Pomegranate Margarita:
- 2 ounces silver tequila
- 1 ounce triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
- 2 ounces pomegranate juice
- 1/2 ounce simple syrup (or to taste)
- Ice
- Lime wedge and pomegranate seeds for garnish
- Coarse salt or sugar for rimming (optional)
Instructions
- Rim the Glass: If desired, run a lime wedge around the rim of a margarita glass and dip it into coarse salt or sugar.
- Shake the Margarita: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, pomegranate juice, and simple syrup. Shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well chilled.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with fresh ice. Garnish with a lime wedge and a few pomegranate seeds. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Adjust sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup to taste.
- For a frozen version, blend all ingredients with a cup of ice until slushy.
- This cocktail is perfect for holiday gatherings or summer sipping.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 210
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 19g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
