Coconut Free Classic Pomegranate Mocktail
Tart pomegranate juice, bright fresh lime, and a quick homemade simple syrup come together in a sparkling drink that feels genuinely festive without a drop of alcohol. The syrup takes just a few minutes on the stovetop, and any extra keeps in the fridge for up to two weeks — so you're basically set for the whole holiday season. Shaking everything over ice before topping with sparkling water gives it that satisfying, well-chilled depth that separates a great mocktail from a glass of juice. Many store-bought flavored drinks and cocktail mixers sneak in coconut water or coconut-derived sweeteners, so making this from scratch with straightforward pantry ingredients means you know exactly what's in your glass. The pomegranate arils and lime wheels on top are optional, but they make the presentation genuinely stunning — perfect for entertaining or just treating yourself on a weeknight. Every ingredient here is clean, simple, and naturally free of anything coconut-derived, so you can sip without second-guessing the label.
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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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