Spicy Pomegranate Mojito Mocktail

This non-alcoholic pomegranate cocktail looks incredible and tastes even better! Enjoy the mix of sweetness, tartness, and a little bit of heat from the serrano simple syrup.

Course Beverage, Cocktails, Mocktails

Cuisine American

Keyword Pomegranate Mocktail, Pomegranate Mojito

Prep Time 5

Cook Time 0

Total Time 5

Servings drink

Calories 151kcal

Equipment

highball or Collins glass
muddler
hand juicer
bar spoon
jigger

Ingredients

5-6 fresh mint leaves
1 oz serrano simple syrup
4 oz pomegranate juice
1/2 lime juiced
3-4 oz seltzer or soda water
Crushed ice
Pomegranate arils, mint, and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

Refer to notes for instructions for the serrano simple syrup.
Add the fresh mint tp the bottom of a highball glass and muddle gently. Add the crushed ice to the glass, filling to the top.
Pour in the serrano simple syrup, pomegranate juice, and fresh lime juice. Stir to combine, then top off your glass with tonic water and stir again.
Garnish with pomegranate arils, lime wedges, and fresh mint. Serve immediately.

Notes

To make the serrano simple syrup, slice two serrano peppers in half and remove the seeds. Add one cup water and one cup granulated white sugar or honey to a small saucepan. Bring to a simmer, add the serrano peppers, and remove from heat. Steep 10-20 minutes, then strain the simple syrup. Use 1 oz. for this Spicy Pomegranate Mojito Mocktail and store the rest in the refrigerator. Use within 2 weeks.

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