Mock Wine
Elevate your non-alcoholic beverage game with this elegant and refreshing Mock Wine recipe, a perfect alternative for any gathering or special occasion. Crafted with the rich flavors of red or white grape juice, tangy pomegranate juice, and a hint of freshly squeezed lemon, this drink is sweetened to perfection with a touch of honey or sugar. Infused with warm spices like cinnamon and cloves, it boasts a cozy complexity that complements its fizzy finish, courtesy of sparkling water. Serve over ice and garnish with fresh mint leaves for a sophisticated presentation that will wow your guests. Ready in just 15 minutes, this alcohol-free treat is a versatile and crowd-pleasing option for anyone seeking a flavorful and creative spin on a classic wine-inspired drink.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 cups Grape juice (red or white, depending on preference)
- 1 cup Pomegranate juice
- 2 cups Sparkling water
- 2 tablespoons Lemon juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 tablespoon Honey or sugar
- 1 piece Cinnamon stick
- 2 pieces Cloves
- 1 cup Ice cubes (optional)
- 4 leaves Fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
In a medium saucepan, combine the grape juice, pomegranate juice, cinnamon stick, and cloves.
Place the saucepan over medium heat and bring the mixture to a gentle simmer. Let it simmer for 5 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool to room temperature. Strain out the cinnamon stick and cloves using a fine mesh sieve.
Pour the cooled juice mixture into a large pitcher. Stir in the fresh lemon juice and honey or sugar until fully dissolved.
Just before serving, add the sparkling water to the juice mixture in the pitcher and stir gently to combine.
Fill glasses with ice cubes, if using, and pour the mock wine into each glass.
Garnish each glass with fresh mint leaves for a touch of elegance, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your sophisticated Mock Wine!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
543 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 1.0 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.2 g | 1% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 92 mg | 4% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 136.5 g | 50% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 126.0 g | ||
| Protein | 3.9 g | 8% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 130 mg | 10% | |
| Iron | 2.5 mg | 14% | |
| Potassium | 824 mg | 18% | |
*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.
