Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Make the simple syrup (if using): Combine ½ cup sugar and ½ cup water in a small saucepan. Heat over medium, stirring until sugar dissolves completely. Let cool.
- Prepare the fruit: Wash and slice strawberries. Thinly slice lemon into rounds. Pick fresh mint leaves from stems.
- Mix the mocktail base: In a large pitcher, combine pink lemonade, pomegranate juice, and sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently. Add ¼ cup simple syrup for extra sweetness if desired. Taste and adjust sweetness.
- Arrange the bar board: Place small bowls filled with pomegranate seeds, sliced strawberries, lemon slices, and mint leaves on the serving board. Add a bowl of ice cubes or crushed ice.
- Add decorative touches: Place pink rock candy sticks or sugar crystals near glasses. Scatter edible flowers around the board.
- Set up glassware: Arrange champagne flutes or tumblers next to the board with tongs or spoons for garnishing.
- Final touch: Pour the mocktail into glasses just before serving. Encourage guests to add fruit, mint, or candy sticks to their drinks.
Notes
This vibrant mocktail is perfect for any festive occasion, especially Galentine's Day. Feel free to adjust the sweetness and garnishes to suit your taste and presentation.
