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    Gin Mint Cocktail with Pomegranate

    Published: Dec 22, 2020 · Modified: Nov 23, 2021 by Lee-Ann · 1 Comment

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    Gin Mint Cocktail with Pomegranate - this a fresh, citrus take on a classic gin and tonic cocktail using fresh mint, pomegranate and orange zest. A gorgeous party cocktail!

    OK - so this year is coming to a close - and in honour of that I have decided to get my drink on! I am a bit partial to a G&T (or 2) so I have decided to bring you a recipe for a Gin Mint Cocktail with Pomegranate.cocktail with pomegranate and mint in a glass on a board

    This gin and mint cocktail makes the perfect party drink. It tastes amazing, plus it looks super fancy but is deceptively simple to put together - my two favourite loves when it comes to entertaining!

    In my version of this mint gin and tonic, I have also added orange zest as well as the pomegranate. These both add a lovely fresh, zesty citrus flavour to this simple cocktail. I'm also thinking this would make a great Christmas cocktail idea, it looks so festive with the pinky-red seeds and the vibrant green mint.

    Table of Contents

    • Ingredients you will need for this cocktail
    • How to put together this cocktail recipe
    • My top tips for making this recipe
    • Another cocktail recipe you may enjoy
    • Gin Mint Cocktail with Pomegranate
      • Ingredients
      • Instructions
      • Notes

    Ingredients you will need for this cocktail

    • Gin
    • Tonic (I used diet)
    • Fresh mint leaves
    • A whole pomegranate
    • Strips of zest from a small orange
    • Ice

    How to put together this cocktail recipe

    1. Remove the seeds from the pomegranate by cutting it in half, then holding it over a large bowl and giving it a firm smack with a wooden spoon or the flat side of a meat mallet (tenderiser).
    2. Lightly crush some of the seeds with the back of a spoon to release their juice.process photos showing how to make recipe
    3. Add pomegranate seeds and juice to a large jug, then add in mint leaves and strips of orange zest.
    4. Add gin, ice cubes then top with tonic and give it a bit of a stir.process images showing how to make recipe

    My top tips for making this recipe

    • When removing the seeds from the pomegranate please don't skip the part about putting it over a large bowl, it will splatter a lot!
    • You could give the pomegranate halves a bash with anything you like really, but something a bit more solid like a sturdy wooden spoon or meat mallet will work better.
    • You will want to rinse your hands as soon as you are finished removing the pomegranate seeds as the juice can stain your skin. If you have sensitive skin I suggest wearing gloves.
    • If you can't buy a fresh pomegranate, you can buy the seeds alone in some supermarkets.
    • I use a vegetable peeler to make the thick strips of orange rind. You want to have as little of the white pith on the rind as you can as it tastes bitter.
    • I like to keep this cocktail as cold as I can. I do this by refrigerating the gin as well as the tonic, and then adding it in cold.
    • The recipe ingredients make a pitcher or jug of this pomegranate mint cocktail to serve 6. You could easily scale the recipe down though to make individual cocktails.
    • Garnish with another sprig of mint if you like, or a slice of orange.

    Another cocktail recipe you may enjoy

    Frozen Peach Bellini Cocktail - a gorgeous summer cocktail using peach sorbet, prosecco or sparkling white wine and then garnished with raspberries.

    cocktail with pomegranate and mint in a glass on a board

    Gin Mint Cocktail with Pomegranate

    Gin Mint Cocktail with Pomegranate - this a fresh, citrus take on a gin cocktail using fresh mint, pomegranate and orange zest. A gorgeous party cocktail!
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    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Serving: 6
    Calories: 161kcal
    Author: Lee-Ann Grace

    Ingredients

    • 360 ml gin
    • 1.8 L tonic I used diet tonic
    • seeds from one pomegranate approx ⅔ cup
    • 6 thick strips of orange rind from 1 small orange
    • 6 fresh mint sprigs
    • ice

    Instructions

    • Remove the seeds from the pomegranate (1) by cutting it in half, then holding it over a large bowl and giving it a firm smack with a wooden spoon or the flat side of a meat mallet (tenderiser) to release the seeds.
    • Lightly crush some of the seeds with the back of a spoon to release their juice.
    • Add pomegranate seeds and juice to a large jug, then add in mint leaves (6 sprigs) and thick strips (6) of orange zest.
    • Add gin (360ml), ice cubes and top with tonic (1.8L).

    Notes

    • When removing the seeds from the pomegranate please don't skip the part about putting it over a large bowl, it will splatter a lot!
    • You could give the pomegranate halves a bash with anything you like really, but something a bit more solid like a sturdy wooden spoon or meat mallet will work better.
    • You will want to rinse your hands as soon as you are finished removing the pomegranate seeds as the juice can stain your skin. If you have sensitive skin I suggest wearing gloves.
    • If you can't buy a fresh pomegranate, you can buy the seeds alone in some supermarkets.
    • I use a vegetable peeler to make the thick strips of orange rind. You want to have as little of the white pith on the rind as you can as it tastes bitter.
    • I like to keep this cocktail as cold as I can. I do this by refrigerating the gin as well as the tonic, and then adding it in cold.
    • The recipe ingredients make a pitcher or jug of this pomegranate mint cocktail to serve 6. You could easily scale the recipe down though to make individual cocktails.
    • Garnish with another sprig of mint if you like, or a slice of orange.
    *Please note that the amount of calories per serve is provided as a guide only, as ingredients and cooking methods can vary greatly*

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