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Pomegranate Mint Cooler

A vibrant, jewel-red sparkling drink made with pomegranate juice, fresh mint, lime juice, and soda water. Refreshing and naturally beautiful with no cooking required.

7 minEasyServes 4120 cal/serving

Middle EasternNon-Alcoholic DrinkNo-CookVeganLow CarbHalal-friendlyDairy-FreeGluten-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreeSoy-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeAlcohol-FreeNightshade-FreeCorn-Free

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Ingredients

  • 2 cups 100% pomegranate juice
  • 16 fresh mint leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
  • 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup
  • 2 cups chilled soda water or sparkling water
  • as needed ice cubes
  • 4 tbsp pomegranate seeds (arils)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a large pitcher, gently muddle 16 fresh mint leaves with 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup until fragrant.

  2. 2

    Add 2 cups 100% pomegranate juice and 1/4 cup fresh lime juice to the pitcher and stir well to combine.

  3. 3

    Fill glasses with ice cubes, then pour the pomegranate mixture halfway up each glass.

  4. 4

    Top each glass with 2 cups chilled soda water or sparkling water and stir gently.

  5. 5

    Garnish with 4 tbsp pomegranate seeds (arils) and extra mint leaves. Serve immediately.

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Questions

Is there a substitute for honey in Pomegranate Mint Cooler?

The entry for Pomegranate Mint Cooler calls for 2 tbsp honey or agave syrup. In its place: Maple syrup or agave, measure for measure, which also makes it vegan.

Is Pomegranate Mint Cooler low-carb?

A serving of Pomegranate Mint Cooler carries 8 g of carbohydrate, 4 g of it fiber. Against a strict 20 g keto day that is 40 percent of the budget; against a moderate 100 g low-carb day it is 8 percent.

How many carbs are in Pomegranate Mint Cooler?

One serving (the recipe makes 4) has 8 g of carbohydrate in about 120 calories, with 4 g protein and 8 g fat, plus 4 g fiber and 122 mg sodium. The figures are estimates computed from the ingredient list.

Can I batch Pomegranate Mint Cooler for a group?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Halved, the pomegranate juice drops from 2 cups to 1 cup; doubled, it is 4 cups. Every line in this entry carries its half and double quantity, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To make a pitcher, multiply everything and stir over ice at the end.

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