Pomegranate Gin Cocktail You Can Mix at Home

I’m a big fan of cocktails that use fresh, bold ingredients, and this pomegranate gin cocktail is one of the best. It’s light, fruity, and so easy to shake up, making it perfect whether you’re celebrating with friends.

Pomegranate Gin Cocktail Recipe

Pomegranate gin cocktail is a vibrant, festive drink that combines pomegranate juice and gin. It’s crisp, tart, sweet, and totally crowd-pleasing. The tartness of pomegranate balances the herbal bite of gin with the addition of lime juice and syrup.

Pomegranate gin cocktail, garnished lime wedge and topped with pomegranate seeds

The cocktail has a refreshing, subtly sweet, and tangy flavor profile. This makes it suitable for holiday gatherings, garden parties, celebratory brunches, and year-round enjoyment.

The cocktail pairs well with a spread of savory and sweet bites. Bright, citrusy notes make it a natural companion to cheese boards, especially when loaded with goat cheese, brie, or blue cheese. It also goes well with smoked salmon toasts and crispy asparagus & mushroom cheese soufflé.

For a spicier occasion, enjoy the cocktail alongside masala roasted nuts, spiced lamb skewers, or Middle Eastern mezze platters. A tray of prosciutto-wrapped dates or baked brie with fig jam works well, too.

On the sweeter side, fruit tarts, pavlova, or dark chocolate mousse are great options. For brunch, serve the cocktail with dishes like spinach feta quiche or lemon ricotta pancakes.

Here’s how to make the pomegranate gin cocktail:

Pomegranate cocktail recipe with gin

Pomegranate Gin Cocktail

A vibrant, refreshing cocktail made with gin, pomegranate juice, and a touch of lime. It’s sweet-tart, elegant, and quick to prepare. Perfect for holidays or casual evenings.
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Prep Time 6 minutes
Cook Time 0 minutes
Total Time 6 minutes
Course Drinks
Cuisine American
Servings 2

Nutrition

Calories: 190kcalCarbohydrates: 15gSugar: 13g

Ingredients
  

  • 4 oz gin 2 oz per serving
  • 4 oz pomegranate juice unsweetened preferred
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice about 1 lime
  • 1 oz simple syrup or adjust to taste
  • Ice cubes
  • Pomegranate seeds for garnish, optional
  • Lime wedges for garnish, optional

Instructions
 

  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  • Add gin, pomegranate juice, lime juice, and simple syrup.
  • Shake well for 15–20 seconds until chilled.
  • Strain into two chilled cocktail glasses filled with ice.
  • Garnish with pomegranate seeds and a lime wedge.

Notes

  • Replace simple syrup with honey syrup (equal parts honey and hot water) for a deeper flavor.
  • Chill your glasses beforehand for the best presentation.
  • To make it sparkling, top with a splash of soda water or prosecco.
Keyword alcoholic drinks, cocktail recipes, holiday recipe, homemade cocktails
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Variations

You can create other pomegranate gin cocktail versions by adding other ingredients to this recipe.

  • Classic Gin Fizz Pomegranate adds a splash of club soda after shaking for a bubbly, lighter version of the standard pomegranate gin cocktail.
  • Egg White Pomegranate Gin Cocktail introduces egg white to the shaker to create a creamy, silky foam layer for a luxe mouthfeel.
  • Pomegranate Gin Sling features sweet vermouth and a dash of bitters for deeper, spicier complexity alongside the pomegranate and gin.
Pomegranate cocktail recipe with gin
  • Spiced Pomegranate Gin infuses the drink with warming spices like cinnamon and clove, creating a cocktail perfect for fall and winter gatherings.
  • Ginger Addition blends fresh ginger or ginger beer for a zesty, spicy kick that complements the tart fruit.
  • Pomegranate-Cranberry Gin Cocktail combines cranberry juice or pomegranate-cranberry syrup with gin for extra tartness and festive color.
  • Herbal Pomegranate Gin Cocktail adds a muddle of fresh herbs—like basil or mint—along with rosemary for a garden-fresh twist.
  • Brunch Pomegranate Gin Sparkler tops off the drink with sparkling wine or Champagne, turning it into a bubbly brunch centerpiece.

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