Berry Pomegranate Vodka Spritzer Food

BERRY POMEGRANATE VODKA SPRITZER RECIPE

Steps:

• To prevent watering down of your spritzers, freeze desired berries (after being washed and thoroughly dried) and pomegranate arils in a single layer on a flat sheet. Once they have frozen through you can pile them into a baggy and store in the freezer until you're ready to make the drinks. This way they shouldn't freeze together in a big clump and they can act as ice without watering down your drinks. Place about a tablespoon each of frozen berries and pomegranate arils into a 12 oz or larger glass. Pour pomegranate juice and vodka over the fruit. If your fruit or juice is on the tarter side, you may want to add in up to a tablespoon of simple syrup. Slowly pour in DASANI sparkling water. Gently stir drink to combine all ingredients. Garnish with a fresh mint sprig, citrus slices, and/or more fresh or frozen berries and pomegranate arils as desired. Serve immediately and enjoy.

POMEGRANATE-GINGER SPRITZER

Steps:

• For the grenadine syrup: In a small saucepan over medium heat, stir together the pomegranate juice and sugar. Bring to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until thick enough to coat the back of a spoon, about 25 minutes. Remove from the heat and stir in the lemon juice. Let cool. (Makes about 3/4 cup; extra syrup can be stored in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.)
• For the spritzer: Add the tequila, orange liqueur, lime juice and 2 tablespoons grenadine syrup in a rocks glass and mix until combined. Fill with crushed ice. Add the ginger ale, drop in a lime slice and serve.