Pomegranate-Infused Gin Martini with Orange Zest
A vibrant cocktail where gin meets pomegranate syrup, finished with a zesty orange twist for balanced tartness and sweetness. This recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together gin, dry vermouth, pomegranate syrup for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 190 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2.5 oz gin
- 0.5 oz dry vermouth
- 0.5 oz pomegranate syrup
- 1 orange zest
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Instructions
- Step 1: Chill a coupe glass in the freezer for 5 minutes.
- Step 2: In a mixing glass, combine 2.5 oz gin, 0.5 oz dry vermouth, and 0.5 oz pomegranate syrup.
- Step 3: Add 1 cup ice cubes and stir gently for 30 seconds until the syrup is fully incorporated and the drink is chilled.
- Step 4: Strain into the chilled coupe glass.
- Step 5: Express the oils from an orange zest over the drink by twisting it over the glass, then drop it in as garnish.
