What is a substitute for pomegranate liquor?

Substitutions. Before Pama, grenadine was the go-to mixer that added the flavor of pomegranates to co*cktails. The two can be used interchangeably but you might need to reduce the amount when switching from the liqueur to the syrup. If you don't make it yourself, buy quality grenadine.

What alcoholic drink is made from pomegranate?

The pomegranate smash co*cktail is a great drink for fall, Thanksgiving and the holiday season. Pomegranate juice, vodka and prosecco create a bubbly delicious drink that is garnished with pomegranate arils and rosemary.

What is the difference between grenadine and pomegranate?

Real grenadine is not “pomegranate syrup”, but it is made with pomegranates . Pomegranate syrup is only pomegranate juice and sugar. Grenadine has the addition of pomegranate molasses and orange blossom water (or Rose Water). This gives the syrup a deep, fruity flavor.

How do you replace pomegranate in a recipe?

Lemon or Lime Juice The easiest-to-find substitute is lemon or lime juice. It won't add the sweetness or fragrance of pomegranate but in most cases fresh lemon or lime juice will still yield a delicious result.

What is pomegranate and vodka called?

Pomegranate martinis are a sweet-tart punchy co*cktail. Made with pomegranate juice, vodka and orange liqueur. This ruby-red martini recipe comes together in minutes. Cheers!

How to use pomegranate in co*cktails?

Pomegranate Martini : A Party in a Glass This one's a breeze. Grab 50 ml Smirnoff Vodka, splash in some fresh pomegranate juice, and squeeze lime, because lime makes everything better. Shake it like you're cheering on your favourite sports team, strain it into a chilled glass, and watch the magic happen.

What pairs well with pomegranate?

Pomegranates have a bright, sweet-tart flavor that can be incorporated into all kinds of meals. We love putting the seeds in a salad of Persimmons, Pomegranate, and Purslane with Pepitas; the juice pairs well with cherries and chile for a spicy glaze to top Black Forest Mousse Cake.

What flavor is similar to pomegranate?

Taste is subjective, but I think of grape, cherry and blackcurrant juices as “strong”. ETA: Redcurrant juice is actually a similiar taste to pomegranate - in my opinion.

What is a substitute for dried pomegranate?

Use tamarind juice (Tamarind Juice Recipe - Food.com ) and mix it with some raisins(Raisin ) and you will get almost the same flavor.

What taste similar to pomegranate?

Pomegranate is a fruit that is sweet and tart with a thick skin. The part of this fruit that you eat is the seeds since they contain juicy flavors. The pomegranate's flavor is sometimes compared to both grapes and cranberries . While it may look slightly different from other fruits, it is just as tasty.

What can replace liquor in a recipe?

Some extracts can be used in place of alcohol, for example, rum extract plus water in place of rum . Other substitutes include coffee creamers and coffee syrups. However, amounts vary widely and are not equal. It's best to test, beginning with small amounts and increasing as necessary.

Pomegranate French 75 co*cktail Recipe {Less Added Sugar} (2024)

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***Celebrate the holiday season and ring in the New Year with a bright and festive Pomegranate French 75 co*cktail with less added sugar.***

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The holiday season is here and if you’re the one hosting holiday parties or a New Year’s Eve soiree, you definitely need a signature co*cktail on the menu like this Pomegranate French 75!

For the past few years, my husband and I have hosted New Year’s Eve celebrations, coming up with a new co*cktail for our guests each year. In the past, we’ve served cranberry cider co*cktails (hot or cold, depending on your preference), a sparkling party punch, and orange or grapefruit-based drinks.

This year, I’ll be serving my guests these gorgeous crimson-colored Pomegranate French 75 co*cktails.

If you can’t tell, I love using fresh, seasonal produce in my cooking, and the same is true when it comes to beverages. I also can’t get enough of the bright and beautiful pomegranates and cranberries that are available this time of year. Adding them to food and drinks is an easy and festive way to highlight the color of the season at your table.

There are many ways to incorporate seasonal fruits in your co*cktails, but this twist on the classic French 75 immediately came to mind. That’s because the French 75 is my absolute favorite, go-to drink at a bar or restaurant. Granted it’s not as common as a vodka tonic or an old fashioned, but most bartenders know how to make a classic French 75 and if they have some color-infused simple syrups, that’s an easy way to jazz up this drink.

If you’re not familiar, a classic French 75 is a combination of gin, lemon juice, simple syrup, and Champagne or sparkling wine. This is a drink that stimulates most of your senses – it’s tart and herbal in flavor, effervescent and refreshing in taste, and elegant in appearance.

Ingredients & Preparation

This Pomegranate French 75 is not the only variation of the classic drink that I have made. A few years ago, I added freshly squeezed orange juice to the traditional recipe for an Orange French 75. You could easily swap fresh grapefruit juice, another fruit of the season, to make a grapefruit French 75.

For this year’s bright and festive co*cktail, I went one step beyond just adding fresh juice to the usual recipe. To get a rich pomegranate flavor and deep ruby red color, I made a pomegranate simple syrup.

A traditional simple syrup is made by combining equal parts water and sugar and reducing the mixture to the consistency of syrup. Since pomegranate juice is already naturally sweet, I wanted to limit the amount of added sugar in my pomegranate variation. To do this, I used SPLENDA® Naturals Stevia Sweetener, Table Top Jar – a no calorie sweetener sourced from the sweeter, cleaner-tasting part of the stevia leaf.

Unlike other stevia products, SPLENDA^® Naturals Stevia Sweetener has no bitter aftertaste, so it perfectly mimics regular sugar, but has half the calories! So instead of using 1 cup of sugar per 1 cup of liquid to make simple syrup, I can use 1/2 cup of SPLENDA^® Naturals Stevia Sweetener per 1 cup pomegranate juice. That adds up to quite a large savings in calories and added sugar!

The key to making the pomegranate syrup for this Pomegranate French 75 is patience and keeping the mixture at a medium simmer – not so low that it’s just sitting there, but not so high that it’s fully boiling and bubbling up.

Once the mixture thickly coats the back of a spoon, turn off the heat, transfer the syrup to a glass measuring cup or mason jar and let cool. Ideally you will make the syrup in advance so you can chill it in the refrigerator prior to use. Also note that the recipe for the syrup makes enough for multiple drinks (how many depends on how much you use per drink) and can be stored in the refrigerator for a couple of weeks. Just enough time to get you through all the holidays!

Making the Pomegranate French 75 itself is a cinch once the syrup is made. Combine gin, pomegranate simple syrup, lemon juice, and ice in a co*cktail shaker. Pour the mixture into your glass of choice – French 75 co*cktails are typically served in champagne flutes – and finish off with champagne, prosecco, or your choice of sparkling wine.

While this is an adult beverage, there is certainly an easy way to turn it into a mocktail for kids or those who prefer non-alcoholic drinks. Just combine the pomegranate simple syrup with lemon juice and seltzer and you’re done.

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