Velvet Pomegranate Champagne Sparkler

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-07-07 · Updated 2026-07-07

An elegant, effervescent cocktail that balances the tartness of pomegranate with the delicate bubbles of champagne and a hint of vanilla sweetness. This recipe, ready in about 6 minutes, brings together pomegranate juice, vanilla vodka, and fresh lemon juice 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 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Add this recipe to your weekly plan" 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

• 1 oz pomegranate juice
• 1.5 oz vanilla vodka
• 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice
• 0.5 oz simple syrup
• 3 oz chilled champagne
• a teaspoon pomegranate seeds
• 1 piece lemon twist

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Instructions

1. Step 1: Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes to the brim and pour in 1.5 oz vanilla vodka, 1 oz pomegranate juice, 0.5 oz fresh lemon juice, and 0.5 oz simple syrup.
2. Step 2: Shake vigorously for 12 seconds until chilled and slightly frosty.
3. Step 3: Strain into a chilled flute glass.
4. Step 4: Slowly top with 3 oz chilled champagne without stirring to maintain bubbles.
5. Step 5: Garnish with a teaspoon of pomegranate seeds dropped gently into the glass and a lemon twist expressed over the surface then rested on the rim.