I made these cocktails for a Valentine’s Day dinner and they became the thing my friends request every time they come over. A mint-infused honey simple syrup, cooled and mixed with gin, pomegranate juice, and fresh lime juice. Poured over whole raspberries and pomegranate seeds in a coupe glass, then topped with sparkling rose. The pink layers in the glass look like a jewellery box.
The honey syrup replaces sugar syrup and gives a rounder, warmer sweetness. The mint infusion is subtle. The pomegranate juice is tart and deep. The sparkling rose on top keeps its bubbles if you pour slowly down the side of the glass.
Tips for Making Pomegranate Raspberry Rose Cocktails
Make the honey syrup ahead
Combine honey with fresh mint leaves in a small saucepan, warm gently until the honey thins, then let it cool. Strain out the mint. 
The syrup keeps in the fridge for up to two weeks. Having it ready makes assembling the cocktails fast.
Pour the rose last and slowly
Fill the glass with the gin mixture first, then top with sparkling rose. Pour down the inside of the glass, not into the centre.
Pouring slowly preserves the bubbles. The rose sits on top in a lighter layer and the drink looks layered.
Pomegranate and Raspberry Rosé Cocktail
- Total Time: 10 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
Description
This pink, fruity cocktail is made with a mint-infused honey syrup, gin, pomegranate juice, fresh fruit, and topped with a sparkling rosé. A perfect summer refresher.
Ingredients
- 1/2 cup mint-infused honey simple syrup
- 2 oz gin
- 2 oz pomegranate juice
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- Sparkling rosé, to top
- Fresh raspberries
- Pomegranate seeds
- Fresh mint leaves
Instructions
- Make a mint-infused honey simple syrup by combining honey with fresh mint leaves and allowing it to cool.
- Mix the cooled syrup with gin, pomegranate juice, and fresh lime juice.
- Place whole raspberries and pomegranate seeds in coupe glasses.
- Pour the cocktail mixture halfway into the glasses.
- Top off with sparkling rosé and garnish with fresh mint leaves.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 150
- Sugar: 18
- Sodium: 5
- Carbohydrates: 20
- Fiber: 1
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I use prosecco instead of sparkling rose?
Yes. Prosecco is drier and less fruity. Sparkling rose adds a berry note that echoes the raspberries and pomegranate in the glass.
Can I make this without alcohol?
Skip the gin and use sparkling water instead of sparkling rose. The pomegranate, lime, and honey syrup make a good non-alcoholic drink on their own.
What gin works best?
A floral or citrus-forward gin pairs well with the pomegranate and rose. London dry is the safest choice. Avoid juniper-heavy gins that overpower the fruit.
Mixing a batch of these Friday and they sound incredible!
Made a pitcher of these for the patio and it is dangerously easy to drink. Gorgeous color too, such a perfect summer pour.
I love it.. i can’t wait to try this delicious drink with my friends. Thank you