Sparkling Pomegranate Pitcher Cocktail Recipe

Elana Lepkowski
Sparkling Pomegranate Pitcher Cocktail Recipe
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  • Yield:makes enough for 4 cocktails
  • Active time:10 minutes
  • Total time:1 hour up to overnight
  • Rated: 5.0

[Photograph: Elana Lepkowski]

This easy pitcher cocktail has the lightness of a sparkling summer drink with a hint of rich, fall flavors.

Why It Works

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  • Batch the base the night before and top with the sparkling wine right before serving for easy entertaining.
  • Using natural, 100% pomegranate juice will yield a richer, full bodied syrup compared to a juice mix.

Ingredients

  • For the Pomegranate Reduction:
  • 1 cup 100% pomegranate juice
  • For the Cocktails:
  • 3 ounces Pomegranate Reduction
  • 4 ounces Cocchi Rosa
  • 2 ounces fresh juice from 2 to 4 limes
  • 16 ounces sparkling wine (see note above)
  • 4 orange twists, for garnish

Directions

  1. 1.

    For the Pomegranate Reduction: In a small saucepan, bring pomegranate juice to a boil over high heat, then reduce to a simmer and cook until reduced to 3 ounces (6 tablespoons), 10 to 15 minutes. Let cool. Store in an airtight container up to 1 month.

  2. 2.

    For the cocktails: In a pitcher, add the pomegranate reduction, Cocchi Rosa, and lime juice. Top with sparkling wine and gently stir to combine. To serve, divide between 4 glasses filled with ice. Express orange oil from twists over each drink, then add twists to each glass to garnish.

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