Pomegranate Liqueur Recipe

This pomegranate liqueur recipe makes a flavorful alcoholic drink that is perfect for the holiday season! Add this easy liqueur to your Christmas cocktails for a shot of flavor.

5 from 1 vote

Prep Time: 10

Cook Time: 20

Total Time: 30

Author: Heather Painchaud

Servings: 1 cup

Ingredients

1 cup pomegranate seeds about 1 pomegranate
¼ cup white sugar
1 cup vodka

Instructions

Cut open a pomegranate and deseed.
Place pomegranate whole pods in a medium saucepan.
Add sugar and cook on medium for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Use a potato masher to crush the juice from the seeds.
Remove from the heat and add vodka.
Strain mixture through a fine-mesh sieve, straining out the pomegranate pulp and seeds.
Pour the resulting juice into a large jar.
Store the final product in an airtight container until ready to use.

Notes

Use a funnel for bottling to avoid sticky counters (and save your holiday party outfit from splatters).
Label jars with the date you made them so you always know when they’re at peak flavor.
Make mini bottles as gifts — just add a gift tag and a decorative ribbon.
If the flavor feels too strong, dilute with a splash of simple syrup to soften it.
Strain twice for a crystal-clear liqueur that looks extra fancy in cocktails or a champagne spritz.
Make a batch early and let it infuse longer. The flavor becomes more complex over time.
Pair it with a touch of tequila for a smoky, festive twist in margaritas.

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