Seeds Free Whole30 Pomegranate Cranberry Spritzer
This sparkling drink is the kind of thing that makes a mocktail feel genuinely special — tart cranberries, rich pomegranate, and a bright hit of fresh lime all bubbling together over ice. The secret is a quick homemade cranberry-date concentrate cooked down on the stovetop, which gives the whole drink a deep, naturally sweet backbone without any refined sugar. Medjool dates do the heavy lifting here, softening into the cranberries and lending a caramel-like sweetness that store-bought mixers just can't replicate. Every ingredient in this spritzer is completely seed-free, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or worry about hidden additions sneaking in. It's also a great option for anyone navigating Whole30, since the sweetness comes entirely from fruit and dates rather than anything off-plan. Serve it in a pretty glass with pomegranate arils and a sprig of fresh mint and it looks like something from a fancy brunch menu. Whether you're hosting a crowd or just treating yourself on a weeknight, this one delivers serious flavor with very little effort.
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
4 servings
For the cranberry concentrate
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cranberries
- ½ cup water
- 4 medjool dates, pitted
For the spritzer
- 1 cup 100% pomegranate juice
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 1 lime)
- 3 cups sparkling water, chilled
For serving
- ice cubes, for serving
- fresh mint sprigs, for serving (optional)
- pomegranate arils, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the cranberries, water, and pitted dates in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the cranberries burst and the dates are completely soft, about 8–10 minutes.
- 2
Remove from heat and press the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into a measuring cup or bowl, pressing firmly on the solids to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids. You should have about ½ cup of cranberry-date concentrate.
Want the full recipe?
Create a Fig account for step-by-step instructions, access to our full recipe library, and more!