Pomegranate Molasses Spritzer
Why this recipe works
- Ready in minutes: The drink is built directly in the glass, with no shaking, blending or cooking required.
- Bright but balanced: Fresh lime loosens the pomegranate molasses and cuts through its syrupy sweetness.
- Clean, lively finish: Cold sparkling water and mint keep the drink light, aromatic and crisp.
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Timing notes
- Serve straight away: Add the sparkling water at the last moment so the drink stays fizzy and cold.
- Prep the base first: The pomegranate molasses and lime can be stirred together before adding ice, which helps the thicker syrup blend evenly.
Ingredient notes
- Choose a tangy molasses: Pomegranate molasses varies in sweetness and sharpness, so adjust the citrus to taste if yours is especially sweet or intense.
- Keep the water well chilled: Cold sparkling water holds its bubbles better and keeps the spritzer crisp without needing extra dilution.
- Wake up the mint: Clapping the leaves before adding them releases their aroma without bruising them heavily.
Ingredient swaps
- Use lemon instead of lime: Lemon gives a softer, rounder citrus note if you prefer a less sharp finish.
- Try basil for mint: Fresh basil adds a more peppery herbal aroma that works well with the pomegranate.
- Use flavoured sparkling water: A lightly flavoured sparkling water can add fragrance, but avoid anything too sweet so the drink stays balanced.
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Instructions
- Add the pomegranate molasses to a tall glass. Juice the lime and stir in 2 tbsp lime juice until the molasses loosens slightly.
- Add the ice cubes and stir for 10 to 15 seconds to chill and lightly dilute. Top with the sparkling water and give it one gentle stir to combine without losing too much fizz.
- Clap the mint leaves between your palms to release their aroma, then tuck them into the glass. Serve straight away while the drink is lively and cold.
Recipe notes
Tips
- For the best fizz, chill the glass and keep the sparkling water in the fridge until the last moment.
- If the pomegranate molasses is very thick, stir it with the lime juice first, then add the ice so it blends evenly.
Substitutions
- Replace Sparkling Water with Flavored sparkling water for a lightly scented finish.
- Replace Lime with Lemon for a softer, rounder citrus tang.
- Replace Fresh mint with Fresh basil for a more herbal, peppery aroma.
Storage
- Best made and served immediately. If needed, mix the pomegranate molasses and lime juice up to 1 day ahead and keep chilled, then add ice cubes and Sparkling Water just before serving.
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Recipe overview
- Servings: 1 glasses
- Total time: 5min (5min active)
- Difficulty: Easy
- Cuisine: Middle Eastern
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