Description
This Pomegranate Margarita is a vibrant and refreshing cocktail that perfectly blends the tartness of pomegranate juice with the classic lime and tequila flavors. Ideal for a lively evening or festive celebration, this drink combines silver tequila, triple sec, fresh lime juice, and a touch of simple syrup, shaken to perfection and served over ice with a salted or sugared rim for an extra burst of flavor.
Ingredients
Scale
For the Cocktail:
- 1 1/2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz triple sec (or Cointreau)
- 2 oz pomegranate juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (adjust to taste)
- Ice cubes
For Garnish and Rim:
- Lime wedge
- Pomegranate seeds
- Salt or sugar (for rimming the glass, optional)
Instructions
- Prepare the Glass Rim: Rim the edge of a margarita glass by running a lime wedge around the rim, then dipping it into salt or sugar depending on your preference. Set the glass aside to allow the rim to set.
- Mix the Cocktail Ingredients: In a cocktail shaker, pour the silver tequila, triple sec, pomegranate juice, fresh lime juice, and simple syrup together.
- Add Ice and Shake: Fill the shaker with ice cubes, secure the lid tightly, and shake vigorously for 15 seconds to chill and blend the ingredients well.
- Strain and Serve: Strain the chilled mixture into the prepared margarita glass filled with fresh ice cubes to keep the drink cool.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim and scatter a few pomegranate seeds into the drink for an attractive and flavorful finish before serving immediately.
Notes
- Adjust the amount of simple syrup to suit your sweetness preference.
- For a stronger flavor, use excellent quality silver tequila and fresh lime juice.
- To make it a frozen margarita, blend the ingredients with ice instead of shaking.
- Rimming the glass with salt adds a classic margarita touch, while sugar offers a sweeter alternative.
- Fresh pomegranate seeds not only garnish but add a delightful crunch and extra burst of pomegranate flavor.
