The martini has come a long way since Ian Fleming’s James Bond made “Stirred, not shaken” part of our vernacular. The sophisticated cocktail has transformed into something of a trendy cottage industry. Today, drinks like the Lemon Drop, Strawberry Basil, Triple Pear-Tini, Cucumber Basil, Grapefruit St. Germain, and Pomegranate Martini are popular on cocktail menus. Martini bars are now fun attractions at bridal showers, bachelorette parties, and cocktail gatherings.

I love this Pomegranate Martini. It’s perfect for an afternoon or pre-dinner cocktail. This delightful version of its famous cousin is a sweet yet tart, fruity, and refreshing drink.

Make sure to chill the glasses before serving.

 

Ingredients

1 ounce freshly squeezed pomegranate juice

1 ½ ounces vodka

1 ½ ounces freshly squeezed grapefruit juice

½ ounce freshly squeezed lime juice

½ ounce simple syrup

Ice cubes

Orange peel for garnish

Directions

In a cocktail shaker, combine pomegranate juice, vodka, grapefruit juice, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice. Shake until well mixed. Strain into a chilled martini glass. Twist the orange peel over the cocktail and place it in the glass. Enjoy!

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