A Glory Grenadine Cocktail brings sweet and fruity flavors together in a beautiful pink drink that’s perfect for parties and special events.

This simple cocktail mixes grenadine syrup with orange juice and vodka to create a tasty drink that takes less than 2 minutes to make.

The bright red color of grenadine gives this cocktail its eye-catching look. The sweet pomegranate taste blends nicely with citrus notes from fresh orange juice. A splash of vodka adds just the right kick without being too strong.

This drink works great for both casual get-togethers and fancy celebrations. People often serve it at brunch, wedding receptions, and summer barbecues.

The recipe makes enough for one serving but can easily be doubled or tripled for groups.

Glory Grenadine Cocktail Recipe

This sweet and vibrant cocktail combines grenadine syrup with citrus and spirits for a refreshing drink perfect for warm evenings and special occasions.

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Prep Time 5

Total Time 5

Serving Size

Equipment

Ingredients

1.5 oz vodka
1 oz fresh lime juice
0.75 oz grenadine syrup
2 oz club soda
Ice cubes
Orange wheel for garnish
Maraschino cherry for garnish

Instructions

Fill the cocktail shaker halfway with ice cubes.

Pour vodka, lime juice, and grenadine syrup into the shaker.
Shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds until well-chilled.
Fill a tall cocktail glass with fresh ice cubes.

Double strain the mixture into the glass through both strainers.
Top with club soda and stir gently with a bar spoon.
Garnish with an orange wheel and maraschino cherry.

Notes

The drink should have a gradient effect with the grenadine settling at the bottom. Don’t stir too much or this effect will be lost.

Fresh lime juice makes a big difference in taste compared to bottled juice.

Store grenadine syrup in the refrigerator after opening to maintain freshness.

For a non-alcoholic version, replace vodka with lemon-lime soda or additional club soda.

Tasting Notes

The Glory Grenadine Cocktail offers bright, sweet flavors with a pleasant balance of fruity and tart notes. The grenadine adds a rich, red color and brings pomegranate sweetness to the drink.

First Sip: A sweet burst of pomegranate hits the tongue, followed by citrus notes from fresh lemon juice.

The drink’s texture is smooth and slightly syrupy from the grenadine, while maintaining a refreshing quality. Ice helps dilute the sweetness to perfect levels.

Finish: The cocktail ends with lingering fruit notes and a clean, crisp aftertaste. The sweetness fades gradually, leaving a subtle pomegranate flavor.

Aroma: The nose detects:

Fresh pomegranate
Light citrus hints
Sweet berry notes

The drink pairs well with:

Citrus-based appetizers
Light seafood dishes
Fruit desserts

Temperature affects the taste profile. Served very cold, the drink becomes more refreshing with muted sweetness. As it warms slightly, the fruity flavors become more prominent.

Substitute

The classic Glory Grenadine cocktail uses pomegranate-based grenadine syrup. When grenadine isn’t available, other red fruit syrups make good replacements.

Raspberry syrup adds a tart and sweet flavor that works well in this drink. The bright red color matches the original look of the cocktail.

Cherry syrup brings a rich, fruity taste similar to grenadine. This option keeps the drink’s signature red hue while adding a new dimension of flavor.

Simple alternatives include:

Strawberry syrup
Cranberry juice reduction
Red currant syrup
Pomegranate molasses (use less due to thickness)

Note: The drink’s color may vary slightly based on which substitute is used.

For a non-alcoholic version, replace the vodka with:

The key is to maintain the sweet-tart balance that makes this cocktail special. Start with small amounts of any substitute and adjust to taste.

Glory Grenadine Cocktail Recipe