Description
A refreshing and vibrant Pomegranate Gin Cocktail that combines the botanical notes of gin with the floral sweetness of elderflower liqueur, tart lemon juice, and rich pomegranate juice. Perfect for a quick and elegant single-serving drink.
Ingredients
Scale
Cocktail Ingredients
- 1 ½ ounces gin
- ½ ounce elderflower liqueur
- ½ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
- 1 ounce pomegranate juice
- Ice (for shaking)
- Optional: lemon slice for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the shaker: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice to chill the mixture effectively.
- Add ingredients: Pour 1 ½ ounces gin, ½ ounce elderflower liqueur, ½ ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice, and 1 ounce pomegranate juice into the shaker over the ice.
- Shake: Secure the shaker lid and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well-chilled and properly mixed.
- Serve: Strain the cocktail into a chilled coupe glass to ensure a smooth pour without ice.
- Garnish: Add an optional lemon slice on the rim or in the glass for a decorative and aromatic touch.
Notes
- Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best flavor balance.
- Adjust the elderflower liqueur quantity to taste for sweetness.
- Chill the coupe glass in advance for an extra cold cocktail.
- Pomegranate juice can be substituted with cranberry juice for a different twist.
- Serve immediately after shaking to enjoy the cocktail at its freshest.
