Pomegranate Jewel Sour

This Pomegranate Jewel Sour is a delightful twist on the classic New York Sour, featuring the rich flavors of pomegranate and a luxurious red wine float. The combination of bourbon or rye whiskey, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and the homemade pomegranate simple syrup creates a harmonious blend of sweet and tangy notes, while the egg white (optional) adds a silky texture to the cocktail. Topped with a vibrant red wine float and pomegranate seeds, this cocktail is a true jewel in the world of sours.

Pomegranate Jewel Sour

A delightful twist on the classic New York Sour, the Pomegranate Jewel Sour features a blend of bourbon or rye whiskey, pomegranate simple syrup, and freshly squeezed lemon juice, topped with a red wine float and pomegranate seeds.

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Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 10 mins
Total Time 25 mins

Ingredients

  • 1/2 cup water
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1 cup pomegranate seeds
  • 2 ounces bourbon or rye whiskey
  • 1 ounce freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 ounce pomegranate simple syrup
  • 1 egg white (optional)
  • Ice
  • 1 ounce red wine
  • Pomegranate seeds, for topping

Instructions

  1. In a small pot, combine water, granulated sugar, and pomegranate seeds. Stir and bring to a boil. Reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  2. Pour the simple syrup mixture into a bowl through a strainer to catch the seeds. Discard the seeds and let the syrup cool.
  3. In a cocktail shaker, combine the whiskey, lemon juice, 1 ounce of pomegranate simple syrup, egg white (if using), and ice. Shake for 1 minute.
  4. Strain the mixture into a rocks glass with fresh ice.
  5. Gently pour the red wine over the back of a spoon held just above the surface of the cocktail.
  6. Top with pomegranate seeds.