Celery Free Classic Pomegranate Mocktail
This vibrant mocktail is the kind of drink that looks like it came from a fancy cocktail bar but comes together in minutes with just a handful of pantry staples. Deep ruby pomegranate juice meets bright, zippy lime and a homemade simple syrup that you can whip up in under five minutes — then it all gets topped with sparkling water for a satisfying fizz. The result is tart, lightly sweet, and completely refreshing, whether you're serving it at a dinner party or just treating yourself on a weeknight. Because every ingredient here is naturally free from celery and celery derivatives, there's zero label-reading stress — just pour, shake, and enjoy. Shaking the juice and lime over ice before adding the sparkling water is the small step that makes a big difference, keeping everything cold and perfectly balanced. Scatter in a few pomegranate arils and a lime wheel before serving and it looks genuinely stunning in the glass.
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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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