This pomegranate cosmopolitan is easy and SO delicious. It’s made with pomegranate simple syrup in place of cranberry juice. Remarkably smooth with just the right amount of sweet tang and perfect for any occasion!

pouring pomegranate cosmopolitan into a martini glass

⭐️ Why Simple Syrups Are a Game Changer

My friends and fellow mixologists, trust me when I say homemade simple syrups will revolutionize your cocktail game! Take this dreamy pomegranate cosmopolitan recipe I’m sharing today. By swapping traditional cranberry juice for pomegranate simple syrup, we achieve:

1️⃣ Richer flavor

2️⃣ Customized sweetness

3️⃣ Smoother mouthfeel

Here’s why:

Pomegranate has a deeper, slightly more complex fruit profile than cranberry, so the cocktail tastes more layered and less sharp.
With pomegranate simple syrup, you decide exactly how sweet the drink is.
Simple syrup gives the cocktail a silkier, rounder mouthfeel.

This delicious cocktail is two quick and easy recipes in one. First, let’s start with pomegranate simple syrup and then move on to pomegranate cosmopolitan.

🔖 Ingredients & Equipment

You’ll find the complete ingredient list with measurements and instructions in the recipe card at the bottom of this post.

Equipment

Cocktail shaker
Martini glass or coupe glass

Ingredients

❤️ Pomegranate Simple Syrup

Pomegranate juice- I used 100% pomegranate juice from Pom Wonderful. They come in 8-oz bottles, which is just the right size for making two batches.

Sugar- Use organic cane sugar to keep it vegan-friendly. Regular white sugar will work just fine, too.

Lemon juice- Fresh is best! Lemon juice balances the sweetness of the syrup and brightens the pomegranate flavor.

🍷Pomegranate Cosmopolitan

Vodka- Regular vodka may be used in this recipe. A traditional Cosmopolitan calls for citron vodka. You may use that if you prefer, keeping in mind that the lemon juice in the pomegranate simple syrup adds just the right amount of citrus flavor and bright zing to balance the drink.

Cointreau or Triple Sec- This orange liqueur adds bright, slightly sweet citrus flavor.

Pomegranate simple syrup- This ingredient makes our cocktail a pomegranate cosmopolitan. Traditional cosmos use cranberry juice.

Lime juice- Again, fresh is best! Half a lime should give you 1 tablespoon of juice.

Ice cubes- not crushed ice, which will melt quickly, diluting your drink.

🍶 How to Make Pomegranate Simple Syrup (With Photos)

When you’re ready to make this recipe, scroll down to the recipe card at the end of this post. You’ll find the complete ingredient list with measurements there.

pomegranate simple syrup bubbling on the stovetop

adding lemon juice to pomegranate simple syrup

1. Add the pomegranate juice, sugar, and salt to a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Gently stir until the whole mixture becomes a bubbling mass. Simmer for 2 minutes, reducing the heat, if necessary, while the sugar dissolves.

2. Slide the pan off the heat and stir in the lemon juice.

3. Transfer the syrup to a heatproof glass jar. Let it cool to room temperature. Secure the lid and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

🍷How to Make a Pomegranate Cosmopolitan (with photos)

pouring in vodka and the other ingredients

1. Fill a cocktail shaker ¾ full of ice cubes. (Not crushed ice, which will melt quickly, diluting your drink.)

2. Add the vodka, Cointreau, pomegranate simple syrup, and lime juice. Secure the lid and shake for 30 seconds until well chilled.

3. Pour into a martini glass or coupe glass and garnish with a citrus twist. Enjoy!

pomogranate cosmopolitan in a martini glass

❄️ Storage Instructions

Pomegranate Simple Syrup

Store in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

Pomegranate Cosmopolitan

This cocktail is meant to be served right away while chilled. If making ahead of time, shake in a cocktail shaker and strain into a small pitcher, cover, and store in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.
For party prep- Multiply the recipe as needed for your guests. Shake each batch in a cocktail shaker and strain into a glass pitcher. Cold hold in the refrigerator until ready to serve, 24-48 hours.

❓ FAQs

Can I use regular vodka in this recipe?

Yes! I used Grey Goose, which is a remarkably smooth vodka and my go-to for all vodka cocktail recipes.

A traditional Cosmopolitan calls for citron vodka. You may use that if you prefer, keeping in mind that the lemon juice in the pomegranate simple syrup adds just the right amount of citrus flavor and bright zing to balance the drink.

Cointreau or triple sec, which is best?

Cointreau is a premium triple sec from France, and what I use in this recipe. It can be pricey though. A bottle will last for years and, I feel, is well worth the investment.

Triple sec is a category of orange liqueurs ranging from 15% to 40% ABV, from cheap and sweet to premium. Choose the best brand that you can easily afford.

What kind of cocktail glass should I use?

Choose a cocktail glass with a wide, shallow bowl and a long stem, like a martini glass. The stem lets you hold the glass without warming the drink, and the wide bowl shows off the vibrant red color.

Another alternative is a coupe glass, which has a rounded, slightly smaller bowl, a stem, and elegant vintage vibes.

pomegranate cosmopolitan in martini glasses

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Carol relaxing with a pomegranate cosmopolitan

❤️ I’ve been enjoying this punchy-sweet cocktail all winter long. And now that it’s spring, I think I’ll enjoy another one. I hope you love it too!

Happy sipping, my friend!

X,o,

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Yield: 1 cocktail

Author: Carol Clayton

Cosmopolitan Recipe With Pomegranate Simple Syrup

This pomegranate cosmopolitan is easy and SO delicious. It’s made with pomegranate simple syrup in place of cranberry juice. Remarkably smooth with just the right amount of sweet tang and perfect for any occasion!

Prep time: 10 MinCook time: 5 MinTotal time: 15 Min

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Ingredients

Pomegranate Simple Syrup

½ cup (4 oz) of pure pomegranate juice
½ cup (100 g) of organic cane sugar (white granulated sugar)
1 pinch of salt (fine sea salt, table salt)
1 tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice

Pomegranate Cosmopolitan

1½ oz (3 tablespoons) of vodka (regular vodka or citron vodka) See Note
1 oz (2 tablespoons) of Cointreau or triple sec
1 oz (2 tablespoons) of pomegranate simple syrup (recipe above)
½ oz (1 tablespoon) of freshly squeezed lime juice (half of 1 lime)
Ice cubes for shaking (Not crushed ice, which will melt quickly.)

Instructions

🍶 How to Make Pomegranate Simple Syrup

Add the pomegranate juice, sugar, and salt to a small saucepan over medium-high heat. Gently stir until the whole mixture becomes a bubbling mass. Simmer for 2 minutes, reducing the heat, if necessary, while the sugar dissolves.
Slide the pan off the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
Transfer the syrup to a heatproof glass jar. Let it cool to room temperature. Secure the lid and store in the refrigerator for up to 3 weeks.

🍷 How to Make a Pomegranate Cosmopolitan

Fill a cocktail shaker ¾ full of ice cubes. (Not crushed ice, which will melt quickly, diluting your drink.)
Add the vodka, Cointreau, pomegranate simple syrup, and lime juice. Secure the lid and shake for 30 seconds until well chilled.
Pour into a martini glass or coupe glass and garnish with a citrus twist. Enjoy!

Notes

Regular vodka may be used in this recipe. A traditional Cosmopolitan calls for citron vodka. You may use that if you prefer, keeping in mind that the lemon juice in the pomegranate simple syrup adds just the right amount of citrus flavor and bright zing to balance the drink.