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    Home » Cocktail » Pomegranate Margarita

    Pomegranate Margarita

    Last updated on October 15, 2020. Originally posted on April 23, 2020 By Elaine 28 Comments

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    One of the things I love about this pomegranate margarita is the fresh, clean taste. Also it’s a pretty cocktail and fun to serve at parties.

    Close up of the top of the margarita with a wedge of lime in it. There is a board with wedges of lime in the background

    Margaritas are the bomb. There is something about the combination of tequila with sweet and sour that is just so darn good!

    Add to that winning combination any kind of natural flavor like pomegranate juice, for example, and your taste buds will be feeling festive!

    I like both a plain margarita and a well made fruit one.

    Sometimes in the same evening!

    The great thing about this pomegranate margarita, other than its being so delicious, is that pomegranate juice is chockfull of antioxidants!  So, did you know that you are doing your body a favor by consuming this margarita?

    Well, you are!

    This post may contain affiliate links, which means I get a small commission if you click the link and buy something. You can read my disclosure here.

    Helpful tips

    • Use the BEST ingredients you can afford because, in general, premium ingredients equal a more delicious drink.
    • However, when mixing spirits and strong flavors, including juices like pomegranate juice, you are less likely to discern a difference, so mid-level would be fine in this recipe.
    • I recommend you make your own sweet and sour mix because it’s so easy and it’s inexpensive.
    • Also make your own simple syrup – combine 1 cup white sugar with 1 cup water and boil on the stove for 5 minutes. Let cool fully before using in a cocktail.
    • I prefer my sour mix in a 2:1 ratio, so two parts sour to one part sweet. Start there and if you decide you want it sweeter, add more simple syrup one teaspoon at a time, tasting as you go.
    • I don’t usually salt the rim of the glass for my fruit margaritas but feel free to do so if you like.

    How to mix the pomegranate margarita

    Pre-step

    Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice. Get a measuring glass and two margarita glasses. I like to use various shaped glasses to showcase how the cocktail looks in the different glasses.

    Cut either lime wheels or wedges for garnish. Or one of each as I did.

    Once you measure out each ingredient, pour it into the shaker.

    Step one

    Gather the ingredients – tequila, Cointreau, pomegranate juice, lime and simple syrup. (A)

    Step two

    Measure 4 ounces of tequila. (B)

    Ingredients and tequila poured

    Step three

    Measure 2 ounces of Cointreau. (C)

    Step four

    Measure 2 ounces of fresh lime juice. (D)

    Cointreau and lime juice poured out

    Step five

    Measure 6 ounces of pomegranate juice. (E)

    Step six

    Measure 1 ounce of simple syrup. (F)

    Pomegranate juice and simple syrup measured out

    Step seven

    Cap shaker and shake for at least 15 seconds.

    Step eight

    Fill the two glasses with fresh ice.

    Divide and strain the liquid between the two glasses. Either float the lime wheel or squeeze a lime wedge in the margarita.

    Lime floating in the margarita with cut limes behind it.

    Let’s look the vertical view.

    Vertical view of the thick glass with the drink in it

    I have been taking photos of a few of my cocktails with both a light and dark background. I think I still like my dark background better. What say you?

    Dark background with the classic margarita glass

    This most photogenic of cocktails looks delicious from every angle.

    overhead view of the margarita with the lime floating in it

    And the flavor is just as vibrant as the colors.

    I hope you enjoyed this pomegranate margarita recipe.

    Other popular margaritas

    • Blue
    • Cadillac
    • Peach
    • Blood orange

    And as always, may all your dishes/drinks be delish.

    If you’ve tried this pomegranate margarita or any other recipe on the blog, I’d love the hear what you thought about it in the comments below. I love hearing from you! You can also FOLLOW ME on FACEBOOK, TWITTER, INSTAGRAM and PINTEREST  to see more of my delicious food and delightful cocktails!

    Margarita glass filled with pomegranate margarita - square

    Pomegranate Margarita

    This tasty cocktail is full of antioxidants. Doesn't drinking it make you feel healthy or is that just me?
    5 from 10 votes
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    Course: Cocktails
    Cuisine: Cocktails
    Keyword: cinco de mayo drink, margarita, pomegranate margarita
    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 2 Cocktails
    Calories: 289kcal
    Author: Elaine Benoit

    Ingredients

    • 4 ounces tequila I use Patrón Silver
    • 2 ounce Cointreau or triple sec
    • 2 ounce lime juice freshly squeezed
    • 6 ounces pomegranate juice
    • 1 ounce simple syrup

    Garnish

    • 1 lime wheel
    • 1 lime wedge

    Instructions

    • Fill cocktail shaker ½ way with ice
    • Add tequila, Cointreau, lime juice, pomegranate juice and simple syrup
    • Cap shaker and shake for 10 seconds
    • Fill glassware with ice and divide liquid between the two glasses
    • Float lime wheel in one glass and squeeze the wedge in the other
    • Sip
    • Smile
    • Enjoy

    Equipment

    cocktail shaker
    measuring glass
    margarita glass
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    Notes

    Helpful tips
    • Use the BEST ingredients you can afford because, in general, premium ingredients equal a more delicious drink.
    • However, when mixing spirits and strong flavors, including juices like pomegranate juice, you are less likely to discern a difference, so mid-level would be fine in this recipe.
    • I recommend you make your own sweet and sour mix because it’s so easy and it’s inexpensive.
    • Also make your own simple syrup – combine 1 cup white sugar with 1 cup water and boil on the stove for 5 minutes. Let cool fully before using in a cocktail.
    • I prefer my sour mix in a 2:1 ratio, so two parts sour to one part sweet. Start there and if you decide you want it sweeter, add more simple syrup one teaspoon at a time, tasting as you go.
    • I don’t usually salt the rim of the glass for my fruit margaritas but feel free to do so if you like.

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 289kcal | Carbohydrates: 33g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 19mg | Potassium: 215mg | Sugar: 31g | Vitamin C: 9mg | Calcium: 9mg | Iron: 1mg
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    Comments

    1. Luci's Morsels

      March 17, 2017 at 1:20 pm

      This is definitely pretty and it looks so refreshing too! Yummy!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        March 17, 2017 at 1:47 pm

        Thank you Luci! Happy Friday!

        Reply
    2. Amanda

      March 17, 2017 at 1:48 pm

      The color of this is so vibrant! I like Patron tequila, too! This is perfect for the warmer weather we are having.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        March 17, 2017 at 2:58 pm

        Yipee for Patron!! Thanks Amanda

        Reply
    3. Kim Beaulieu

      March 17, 2017 at 3:36 pm

      This is truly stunning. I love pomegranate drinks. I giggled over your comment about liking both the plain and fruit drink in the same evening. lol

      Reply
      • Elaine

        March 17, 2017 at 4:35 pm

        Thanks Kim! 😉

        Reply
    4. Oriana @Mommy's Home Cooking

      March 17, 2017 at 3:37 pm

      What a perfect cocktail to usher in the weekend. This flavor combination sounds amazing: my pitcher is out and waiting for 5 o’clock!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        March 17, 2017 at 4:35 pm

        Hehe! Oriana, thanks, and it’s 5:00 somewhere!

        Reply
    5. Michelle Frank | Flipped-Out Food

      March 17, 2017 at 4:08 pm

      I also love pomegranate juice for their antioxidants and other health bennies—when I can also have it with alcohol? Well, that’s just the bee’s knees. I’m SURE that it’s practically health food. Er, drink.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        March 17, 2017 at 4:45 pm

        Haha. Thanks Michelle!

        Reply
    6. Christopher

      August 26, 2017 at 1:49 pm

      So pretty and delicious looking!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 23, 2020 at 4:11 pm

        Thanks Christopher!

        Reply
    7. Debra

      April 23, 2020 at 4:03 pm

      That cocktail is beautiful Elaine and sounds so unique and delicious. I really enjoy tequila and with the Cointreau and pomegranate juice it can’t help but be a winner!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 23, 2020 at 4:12 pm

        Thanks so much Debra! It’s one of my favorites!

        Reply
    8. Nart at Cooking with Nart

      April 23, 2020 at 8:19 pm

      This drink looks so pretty and refreshing! I grow pomegranate at home so I can totally make this and I will!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 24, 2020 at 2:54 pm

        Ooo, I’m jealous of your home grown pomegranates. How FUN! Cheers Nart and thanks for your comment!

        Reply
    9. stephanie

      April 23, 2020 at 8:48 pm

      Such a pretty drink, and sooo yummy! The perfect adult beverage.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 24, 2020 at 2:54 pm

        Thank you Stephanie. It’s one of my favorite margaritas!

        Reply
    10. Biana

      April 23, 2020 at 9:22 pm

      It looks so good! I love everything with pomegranate.

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 24, 2020 at 2:54 pm

        Me too! Thanks Biana!

        Reply
    11. Nicole

      April 23, 2020 at 9:40 pm

      This sounds like exactly what I need right now! Yum!!!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 24, 2020 at 2:55 pm

        Thanks Nicole! Cheers!

        Reply
    12. Rebecca

      April 23, 2020 at 10:52 pm

      what a gorgeous drink! pomegranate juice is such a great flavor addition

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 24, 2020 at 2:55 pm

        Thank you Rebecca! I love the color and the flavor of the juice!

        Reply
    13. Nikki

      April 23, 2020 at 11:04 pm

      This recipe is perfection. And that color!! 😍

      Reply
      • Elaine

        April 24, 2020 at 2:55 pm

        Thanks Nikki! I appreciate it.

        Reply
    14. Fran

      October 30, 2020 at 3:28 am

      Hi Elaine,
      I’m in So Cal with strict Pandemic rules. No where to go, nothing to do. My Dad has a Pomegranate and a lime tree busting with fruit. With no where to do and nothing to do I made my own pomegranate juice and squeezed my own lime juice and made my own lime simple syrup. Your recipe is the best. So fresh and delicious.
      THANK YOU!!

      Reply
      • Elaine

        October 30, 2020 at 11:18 am

        How fun!I’ve never seen a pomegranate tree. When I lived in California – (Sacramento) We had an orange tree and our neighbors had a grapefruit tree. I’m so glad you enjoyed it. Thank YOU for taking the time to comment and rate the recipe. I so appreciate it Fran. 🙂

        Reply

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