Artificial Flavors Free Classic Pomegranate Mocktail
Bright, tart, and beautifully fizzy, this pomegranate mocktail is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy cocktail bar but comes together in minutes at home. The base is 100% pomegranate juice — nothing artificial, nothing synthetic — shaken with fresh lime juice and a simple homemade syrup made from just sugar and water. That homemade syrup is the real key here, because it means you're skipping the flavored syrups and bottled mixes that often sneak in artificial additives. Shaking everything over ice before topping with sparkling water gives it a restaurant-quality chill and a gorgeous deep-ruby color. The gentle pour of sparkling water down the side of the glass keeps the bubbles alive, so every sip is as lively as the first. Pomegranate arils and a lime wheel on the rim make it feel genuinely celebratory, whether you're serving it at a dinner party or just treating yourself on a weeknight. Clean, real ingredients and zero compromise on flavor — this one delivers every time.
About FigFig is a food discovery app that helps you find foods and recipes that fit your dietary needs. Whether you have food allergies, intolerances, or follow a specific diet, Fig makes it easy to eat with confidence.
Learn more →Ingredients
2 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup granulated sugar
- ½ cup water
For the mocktail
- 1 cup 100% pomegranate juice, chilled
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp simple syrup, or more to taste
- 1 cup sparkling water, chilled
- ice cubes, as needed
For serving
- 2 tbsp pomegranate arils (optional)
- 2 lime wheels or wedges (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the sugar is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from the heat and let the syrup cool for at least 10 minutes before using. (Extra syrup keeps refrigerated in a sealed jar for up to 2 weeks.)
- 2
Fill a cocktail shaker or large jar with a lid halfway with ice. Add the pomegranate juice, lime juice, and 2 tbsp of the cooled simple syrup. Seal and shake vigorously for 15–20 seconds until well chilled.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!