Crimson Drink
Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing Crimson Drink, a stunning blend of fresh cranberries and pomegranate juice that tastes as good as it looks! This easy-to-make recipe strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet, thanks to a touch of honey and a splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice. The drink’s homemade cranberry base, simmered and blended to perfection, ensures a rich and natural flavor that elevates every sip. Served over ice and garnished with fresh mint leaves and jewel-like pomegranate seeds, the Crimson Drink is not just a beverage—it's a feast for the senses. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple treat to brighten your day, this antioxidant-packed mocktail is as healthy as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s time to indulge in this beautifully bold drink!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh cranberries
- 2 cups pomegranate juice
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
- 2 cups water
- 1 cup ice cubes
- 6 leaves fresh mint leaves
- 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly under cold water.
In a small saucepan, combine cranberries and water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the cranberries start to burst.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
Transfer the cranberry mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove pulp. Discard the solids.
To the cranberry liquid in the pitcher, add pomegranate juice, honey, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well until the honey is fully dissolved.
Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the Crimson Drink over the ice.
Garnish each glass with a few fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Crimson Drink!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
531 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.4 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 94 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.7 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 8.1 g | 29% | |
| Total Sugars | 118.3 g | ||
| Protein | 1.6 g | 3% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 83 mg | 6% | |
| Iron | 1.5 mg | 8% | |
| Potassium | 656 mg | 14% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
