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Spiced Pomegranate Gin Cocktail

Spiced Pomegranate Gin Cocktail Recipe
Tart pomegranate juice, crisp gin, and cozy spices blend for a refreshing cocktail with subtle warmth—perfect for winter gatherings or a quiet night in.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Strainer
  • Jigger
  • Bar spoon
  • Martini glass
  • Small saucepan
  • Citrus juicer
  • Muddler
  • Ice cubes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz gin (dry gin or Empress 1908 gin)
  • 1 oz pomegranate juice
  • 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice or lime juice
  • 0.5 oz simple syrup or rosemary simple syrup
  • 2 dashes spiced syrup made with cinnamon sticks and star anise
  • Ice cubes for shaking
  • Pomegranate arils for garnish
  • 1 rosemary sprig for garnish
  • club soda optional, splash for lighter finish
  • tonic water optional, splash for lighter finish
  • seltzer water optional, splash for lighter finish
  • cinnamon stick optional, small piece for garnish

Instructions

  • Fill your cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
  • Pour in the gin, pomegranate juice, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
  • Add 1 or 2 dashes of spiced syrup (the cinnamon and star anise one).
  • Shake it up hard for about 15 seconds, until the outside of the shaker feels cold.
  • Strain into a chilled martini glass or coupe glass.
  • Garnish with a rosemary sprig and a few pomegranate arils.
  • If you want it lighter, top with a splash of tonic water, soda water, or even ginger beer.

Notes

Use fresh pomegranate juice for best flavor. Swap between dry gin and Empress 1908 for different colors. Adjust syrup for sweetness. Garnish with a cinnamon stick or star anise for aroma. Chill martini glasses for best results.