Description

The Pomegranate Storm is a refreshing and vibrant cocktail that combines the sweetness of ripe strawberries and pomegranate molasses with the zesty citrus notes of blood orange liqueur and lemon juice. Enhanced by aged rum, warming ginger beer, and aromatic orange bitters, this energetic beverage is perfect for a lively gathering or a relaxing evening sip.

Ingredients

Scale

Fruit and Herbs

6 oz Medium strawberries (fresh, ripe)
1 leaf Mint leaf (plus an extra sprig for garnish)

Spirits and Liqueurs

2 oz Aged rum
1 oz Blood orange liqueur

Other Ingredients

1 tbsp Pomegranate molasses
1 oz Freshly squeezed lemon juice
4 oz Ginger beer
1 oz Soda water
2 dashes Orange bitters

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Instructions

Prepare the Glass: Fill a tall cocktail glass with ice to chill it while you mix the cocktail. Set it aside to keep the drink refreshingly cold.
Muddle the Ingredients: In a Boston shaker, gently muddle the strawberries and mint leaf together to release their fresh flavors and aromas.
Add the Spirits: Pour the aged rum, blood orange liqueur, pomegranate molasses, and freshly squeezed lemon juice into the shaker. Add ice to the shaker and shake well to chill and blend all the ingredients thoroughly.
Strain the Mix: Carefully pour the mixture through a fine-mesh strainer into your prepped glass, ensuring a smooth, pulp-free drink.
Finish with Fizz: Top off your cocktail with the ginger beer and soda water to add warmth and effervescence. Then, add a couple of dashes of orange bitters to enhance the drink’s aromatic complexity.
Garnish: Finally, garnish your cocktail with a sprig of fresh mint for a visually appealing and fragrant finish.

Notes

Use ripe, fresh strawberries for the best natural sweetness and flavor.
Gently muddle the mint to avoid bitterness and release a subtle herbal aroma.
You can adjust the sweetness by varying the amount of pomegranate molasses according to your taste.
Chilling the glass beforehand helps maintain the cocktail’s refreshing temperature longer.
For a non-alcoholic version, omit the rum and blood orange liqueur and increase ginger beer and soda water accordingly.