Recipe information
Yield
makes enough pomegranate reduction for 8 cocktails
Ingredients
For the Pomegranate Reduction
1/4 cup pomegranate juice
1/4 cup sugar
For each Cocktail
2 ounces vodka (or gin)
1 ounce fresh grapefruit juice
1Ā 1/2 teaspoons pomegranate reduction
Preparation
Step 1
To make the pomegranate reduction, combine the pomegranate juice and sugar in a small saucepan and bring the mixture to a boil over high heat. Reduce the heat and simmer until the sugar dissolves and the juice thickens to the consistency of thin syrup. Turn off the heat and set aside to cool the syrup to room temperature before using. Store refrigerated in an airtight container for up to a week.
Step 2
To make each cocktail, combine the vodka, grapefruit juice, and pomegranate reduction in a shaker filled with ice and shake vigorously. Strain the cocktail into a martini glass and serve.
