The Pomegranate Cosmopolitan is a trendy and delicious variation of the classic Cosmopolitan, popularized in New York City. Known for its pretty pink color, this cocktail is not only easy to make but also classy and fun to serve, making it an ideal choice for festive occasions like Christmas.
While the original Cosmopolitan recipe calls for vodka, Cointreau (or Triple Sec), cranberry juice, and freshly squeezed lime juice, this version uses POM pomegranate juice to add a smooth, rich flavor that tones down the tartness of cranberry juice. The result is a sophisticated, balanced drink that's both refreshing and festive.
The Cosmopolitan has been around since the 1970s, gaining widespread popularity thanks to the hit television series Sex and the City. Known for its connection to Carrie Bradshaw, the Cosmopolitan became synonymous with Manhattan's cocktail culture.
"A cheeseburger, large fries, and a cosmopolitan please."
— Carrie Bradshaw, Sex and the City
Today, the Cosmopolitan is loved worldwide for its vibrant pink color and balanced flavor. The addition of pomegranate juice in this version creates a slightly less sweet, more complex profile, making it a refined and trendy twist on the original.
Recipe: Pomegranate Cosmopolitan
Makes 1 servingIngredients:
Instructions:
- Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.
- Combine all ingredients in a pitcher and pour into the cocktail shaker.
- Shake for 30-40 seconds until well-chilled.
- Pour into a martini glass and garnish with a thin slice of lime.
- Drop a few pomegranate seeds into the glass for an added touch.
- Optionally, ignite some orange zest over the drink to enhance the flavor and aroma of the Grand Marnier.
- Serve immediately and enjoy the festive, refreshing flavors!
The Pomegranate Cosmopolitan offers a balanced and sophisticated flavor profile. The tartness of the cranberry juice is mellowed by the smooth, rich taste of pomegranate juice, creating a more complex cocktail that retains the essence of the classic. Fresh lime juice is essential to achieving the crisp, refreshing finish. Perfect for holiday parties, this cocktail brings a festive twist to the original Cosmopolitan.
Merry Christmas!
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19 comments:
Looks Deeeee-Lish and I bet my legs wouldn't hurt anymore after hours in the kitchen :) - LeslieMichele
I am working on a New year's eve menu that will have a cocktail bar... I will have this on the menu - GREAT POST
Great post ....great pictures !!!! I guess it would go down well with my smoked salmon, poppyseed macarons ! LOL
Merry Christmas Shari!! And Happy Boxing Day!!
You know...I think I have grapefruit vodka...I know I have POM, I have lime, and cranberry juice...oh happy day!
However, it's overcast, and the snow level is low...so I think I'll just have some cocoa laced with peppermint schnapps!
Hoping your Christmas was filled with love & joy!
I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!
Hoping you had a wonderful Christmas! These look like my kind of drink! A little tart and not too sweet! Yummm!
What wonderful color !! I wish you a very happy new year !!
Sounds delicious! And looks so festive, too. =) I hope you had a wonderful Christmas!
shari!! this perfect for the the new year night!! m soo loving the beautiful color!! hope ye had a wonderful Christmas and wish u and yers a very happy new year 2010!! :D
cheers!
nora
Looks sooo fresh and delicious. I love the touch of Grand Marnier. With the GM, the lime and the pomegranate and all, I believe this could qualify as one's five daily servings of fruit. A health drink! Yay!
Looks and sounds fabulous. A morning headache waiting to happen for me. But oh well! Happy New Year to You!
OH so pretty sitting in the new snow. We just had a blizzard and got all new snow...17" of it! I could use one of your Pomegranate Cosmopolitans right about now!
Happy New Year!
Oh yes...everyone and their mama was ordering Cosmos after Carrie Bradshaw made it the trendy drink of the moment.
Your photos are gorgeous! Wishing you a fantastic 2010!
Beautiful, elegant cocktail, love it :)
Just stopped by to say:
Happy New Year!!!
Margot
Wow this looks like a drink my wife would really love! Thanks for posting. I gotta try and make this drink one day. Nice pics too. It is a great alternative to our usual coffee. Happy New Year!!
I've been looking all over for this!
Thanks.
looks so gorgeous, shari. wishing you a very happy new year, hope you had a lovely christmas and got to celebrate new year's eve with your loved ones. i just got back from vacation- off to work tomorrow. how depressing. perhaps i'll make this gorgeou pom martini tomorrow night. x
Looks beautiful and tasty! How much better does it get?
This sounds really good with the Pomegranate :)
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