BHA & BHT Free Classic Pomegranate Mocktail
Bright, tangy, and beautifully ruby-red, this sparkling pomegranate mocktail is the kind of drink that makes any occasion feel a little more special — no bar cart required. Many bottled juices, sodas, and flavored syrups sneak in synthetic preservatives, so making your own simple syrup from just sugar and water is a genuinely smart move for anyone keeping a close eye on additives. The base is 100% pomegranate juice and fresh-squeezed lime, which means the flavor is clean, bold, and completely real. A quick shake over ice chills everything down and melds the tart and sweet notes into something seriously refreshing. The finish of sparkling water keeps it light and effervescent, and a handful of pomegranate arils on top makes it look like you put in way more effort than you actually did. It comes together in minutes and is easy to scale up for a crowd — just multiply the ingredients and let guests pour their own.
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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.
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