Pomarose Chili Spritz (Mocktail)

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I’m thrilled that “mocktails” are a thing now.  I’ve known for years that a drink didn’t have to have liquor or alcohol in it to be delicious,  In fact, I prefer the subtle mingling of flavors, with a smidge of sweet, a bit of bitter, perhaps a hint of acid or heat.  It’s the science of the blend of all facets that makes a great drink.


I’m also thrilled that I can have one of these at 3:00 during a work day and know I’m good!  I enjoy my 2 hour conference calls much better when I have a pretty and delicious drink to sip on during those sessions.

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I TOOK THE TIME TO FREEZE SOME DRIED ROSE PETALS INTO MY ICE CUBES. CAN YOU SAY "CUTE?" :-)

Without further adieu I present a Pomarose Chili Spritz that has the heat of a cayenne pepper, the allure of rosewater (leave it out if you’re not a fan), the tart sweetness of pomegranate juice and refreshing effervescence of tonic water.

Rosewater                              Dried Rose Petals                   Ice Cube Molds               Vintage Glasses

Pomarose Chili Spritz


Makes 1
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Pomegranate juice (such as Pom Wonderful)
Tonic Water (I like Fevertree)
1/2 to 1 teaspoon *rosewater
1 cayenne pepper (or Fresno chili) (a dusting of powdered cayenne pepper will also do)
**Ice cubes (see my tip)


You’ll need equal parts pomegrate juice and tonic water so I’ve left off measurements as it will depend on your glass.


Chop off about 1 teaspoon of cayenne pepper (or red japaleno/Fresno chili) into tiny pieces.  The rest can be used as a garnish.
Put ice into the glass and sprinkle in chili bits.  Pour over pomegranate juice to about 1/2 full then add the rosewater if you’re using.  Top with tonic water in about the same amount as the juice.  Plop in the whole chili for garnish.  Sip and enjoy.



**Cute tip.  I froze ice cubes with dried rose petals in them so I could use for this drink.  Not necessary, but a nice extra touch.


*Rosewater is available online, and at some grocery stores.  It gives a district florally note, so use sparingly, but it has a unique and lovely flavor.