Elevate your get-togethers with a Carrabba's Pomegranate Martini. Just like the restaurant you'll love the crisp flavors of this excellent cocktail!
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Pomegranate Martini Recipe
With only a few simple ingredients and a cocktail shaker, you can easily recreate a Carrabbas Pomegranate Martini at home!
It's perfect for celebrations. Whether that's holiday party, enjoying a night out with friends, or simply treating yourself to a delicious cocktail. The Carrabba's Pomegranate Martini is the perfect choice, cheers!
The flavor is sharp and tangy with just a hint of sweetness and acidity. The drink's color with the sugar-rimmed glass turns an everyday martini into a festive sip! This is the best holiday drink, perfect for Thanksgiving, Christmas or New Year's Eve!
Ingredients
Please refer to the printable recipe card at the bottom of this post for the exact measurements.
- vodka
- Fresh pomegranate juice, fresh pomegranates or Pom juice.
- Triple sec - an orange liqueur, Grand Marnier, would be a great substitute.
- Simple syrup or if you'd prefer a tangier cocktail, substitute with pomegranate molasses.
- ice cubes
- sugar
- 1 lime
Instructions
This is an overview of the instructions. For complete directions, scroll down to the bottom.
- Slice the lime and run a fresh lime wedge around the edge of the glass.
- Run the rim of each glass in the sugar.
- Add the ingredients to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- Shake the rinks vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a chilled martini glass.
- Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds, orange peel or lime.
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Equipment
- martini shaker
- martini glasses
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FAQ's
That's an easy question to answer. It's not cold because you didn't shake it long enough.
Top Tip
Chill the martini glass in the freezer beforehand.
- Use plenty of ice in the cocktail shaker to chill the liquid ingredients quickly.
- Shake the cocktail vigorously. They are best when they are super cold!
- No cocktail shaker? Use a screwtop mason jar. Works great!
More cocktail recipes
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- The Golden Cadillac Drink is the perfect celebratory cocktail for special occasions, cheers!
- The perfect sip for any holiday party is the Jack Frost Cocktail is a must-make!
- The Last Word... (no I'm not making a point, I'm talking about a cocktail, lol). This gin based drink packs a punch!
Serve with
For the ultimate experience, pair your Pomegranate Martini with mouth-watering appetizers. Cold Crab Dip, Baked Stuffed Mushrooms or Grape Jelly and BBQ Meatballs are all great choices!
Have a generous spread of food for your party - find all the appetizer recipes here!
Whether you're enjoying a quiet moment of reflection, or a party with friends, Carrabba's Pomegranate Martini is the go-to cocktail for any occasion!
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Pomegranate Martini Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz pomegranate juice
- ½ oz triple sec
- ½ oz simple syrup adjust to taste or pomegranate molasses
- Ice cubes
- ¼ cup sugar to line the glass
- 1 lime
- Optional garnish, fresh pomegranate seeds, orange or lemon.
Instructions
- Slice the lime in wedges, run a fresh lime wedge around the edge of the glass.
- Add the sugar to a small plate. Run the rim of each glass in the sugar.
- Add vodka, pomegranate juice, triple sec, and simple syrup to a cocktail shaker.
- Fill the shaker with ice cubes.
- Secure the lid on the shaker and shake the mixture well for about 15-20 seconds to chill the ingredients.
- Strain the mixture into the rimmed martini glass.
- Garnish with fresh pomegranate seeds and a twist of orange peel.
Sherri Rochester says
The 1st thing that came to my mind when reading the name of recipe was "I'll take mine shaken, not stirred". I love all of the ingredients! I will bet that the Pomegranate makes this drink s refreshing
Debra Clark says
Shaken, most definitely! 🍸 Cheers, Sherri! Enjoy the game and the cocktail!!
MaryB says
Pretty and tasty - what more can you ask for? I love using Pom juice.
Debra Clark says
Yes, it's the BEST!! Enjoy the cocktail Mary, have a great weekend!!
Maureen says
Now finally a drink for the women. The men can have their beer but give me a couple of these and make my game. Looking forward to these. May just make these a game changer.
Maureen says
Now finally a drink for the women. The men can have their beer but give me a couple of these and make my game.
Debra Clark says
Hahaha, YES!! Cheers to you and enjoy the cocktail!! Oh... and the game!! 🍸
Carol says
I love pomegrante, this is a must have recipe. A few years back they closed our Carrabba's, sure do miss that restaurant! I have all the ingredients to make this, I think this will be my Friday night splurge.
Debra Clark says
Oh Carol, how fun! Cheers to you!!!
Michelle Gosser says
I haven't tried pomegranate juice before. This just might be a fun way to try it!
Debra Clark says
Oh my gosh, pomegranate juice is AMAZING!! Definitely try, with or without the cocktail. It's my favorite juice and so good for you!
Marsha says
Wow ! What a pretty and festive martini 🍸. Pomegranate is a healthy choice ❤️
Bob says
I have a friend who will definitely love this.
Debra Clark says
Wonderful, enjoy the cocktail Bob!!
Cat stevens says
Whew, wish I had this recipe years ago. It's a winner.
Debra Clark says
Cheers Cat! Who are you rooting for this year?