Yash Lakhan
April 21, 2025
Pomegranate cocktails offer scope for combinations that extend across taste, consistency and temperature variations, since their richness complements salt, smoke and crisp profiles. Summer snacks – frequently consisting of simple and quick-to-eat options while being convenient, allow the drink to take centrestage while anchoring the palate through seasonal flavours and textures. *All concoctions listed use 30ml liquor measurements. Drink Responsibly. This communication is for audiences above the age of 25.
The red-hued variation on the classic uses mint and citrus to complement the spiciness of grilled tiger prawns, with pomegranate providing distinct tang that makes the combination desirable.
The inherent bitterness of the cocktail is punctuated by pomegranate sweetness which offsets the richness of truffle-laced cheese fries – pomegranate provides vibrancy that resets the palate between bites.
Spicy and tender koftas blanketed in a rich gravy echoes the depth of the cocktail, while the tartness from pomegranate syrup balances the fat of the meat without diminishing the earthy flavour of the dish.
A delicious snack combination – ideal to serve at large gatherings, this fruit-forward combination makes the pairing cohesive and ideal to include seasonal ingredients.
A grapefruit and pomegranate blend introduces bitter-sweet contrast to the cocktail, while its slushie-like texture neutralises the spice and salt of the Japanese blend in which steamed edamame is tossed.
Fruit notes in the form of grenadine reinforce the herbal character of whipped feta smeared across the crostini, while the acidity of the spritz counters its creaminess.