Grenadine is a popular pomegranate-flavored syrup that is used in several mocktails and cocktails because of how good it tastes. It is so good that it is a favorite of several cocktail connoisseurs around the world.
The trick is to know how to use it to make cocktails that truly stand out. Use it with gin and see the magic unfurl.
Here are a few gin and grenadine cocktail ideas that you should definitely try.
1. Gin and Sin
The name itself is so enticing that one cannot resist ordering or creating this one. What’s more? This is incredibly easy to make and can be made in minutes if you have the ingredients handy.
You Will Need
- 1-ounce lemon juice
- 1-ounce orange juice
- ½ teaspoon grenadine
- 1.5 ounces gin
Preparation
Take a shaker and pour all the ingredients into it. Make sure the shaker is filled with ice already. This will make the drink more flavorful. Now strain the drink into a glass and it is ready to be served. Don’t forget to garnish it with an orange slice.
2. Gin Shasta
A spin-off on the very popular Gin Daisy cocktail, this is one drink that is going to be a people pleaser. Everyone will love it because of its rich flavor and impeccable taste. The floral taste enhances the flavor many notches making it truly delectable.
You Will Need
- 2 ounces gin
- ½ ounce lemon juice
- Soda water
- 4 drops orange flower water
- ¾ ounce grenadine
Preparation
Take an ice shaker and put all the ingredients in it together. You need to shake them together till the concoction feels chilled. Once that is done, move the drink to a glass.
Add some soda water finally for some fuzzy feels. You can even decorate the glass with orange flower petals to make the drink look enticing.
3. Pink Lady
Another popular cocktail that is on the menu in all good places especially on a ladies’ night is the pink lady. It is sassy, silken and very sexy. The best part is the color that makes the drink irresistible.
You Will Need
- 1.5 ounces gin
- ¾ ounce lemon juice
- ½ ounce grenadine
- ½ ounce apple brandy
- Egg white
Preparation
Take a cocktail shaker and add the above ingredients and shake well. Add ice to the shaker and give it another thorough shake. Now strain the drink into a glass and don’t forget to garnish it with a slice of apple. You can even add some pink Himalayan salt on the rim of the glass to go with the color of the drink.
4. Grenadine Royale
If you love cocktails that look beautiful and taste heavenly, you have to try the Grenadine Royale. The best part about this cocktail is that it looks glamorous but can be made quickly and without a lot of effort. You can serve it at a brunch or house party or even at a get-together and get a lot of compliments.
You Will Need
- 1 ounce gin
- ½ ounce dry vermouth
- ½ ounce grenadine
- Sparkling wine
- Pomegranate seeds
Preparation
Take the gin, grenadine and vermouth into a shaker with lots of ice and give it a thorough shake. Strain the mixture into a glass and top it up with sparkling wine. Sprinkle some pomegranate seeds on the top and marvel at the beauty you have made.
5. Pomegranate Gin Sour
If you love smooth cocktails, this is the one to go after. It has a silken velvety texture and tastes heavenly almost like an explosion of fruits with a tanginess to it. You have to taste it to truly appreciate it. The flavor is so vibrant because of the presence of grenadine.
You Will Need
- 3 ounces gin
- 1 ounce grenadine
- 1.5 ounces lemon juice
- Egg white
- Angostura bitters
Preparation
Take the gin, grenadine, lemon juice and egg whites and shake them well together. Now open the shaker and add some ice to it and shake for another 10 seconds. You need to be thorough with the shaking so as to ensure the egg white turns frothy.
The shaker should feel chilled and that is an indication that the drink is ready to be poured into a glass. You can also a dash of Angostura bitters to the glass atop the frothy and foamy cocktail. Add a dash of lime to the drink and it’s ready to spin its magic.
6. Gin Sunrise
A pretty and refreshing cocktail, you cannot go wrong with Gin Sunrise if you want a cocktail that offers the best of gin and grenadine. It is a simple recipe and one that leaves a long-lasting impression.
You Will Need
- 2 ounces gin
- 1 ounce grenadine
- ½ ounce lemon juice
- 5 ounces orange juice
- Orange wedges and cheery for garnishing
Preparation
Take all the ingredients into a shaker full of ice and give them a thorough shake for at least 15 seconds. Once the cocktail feels chill, pour it into a glass and garnish with orange wedges and cherry to make it even more enticing.
What Is the Best Grenadine Syrup to Use?
Though gin has its allure, the superstar in all the above cocktail recipes is grenadine. It is, therefore, important that you choose the right grenadine syrup.
If you aren’t careful with your choice, you may end up with a grenadine syrup that is flavored with fructose and is nothing like actual pomegranate syrup.
For this reason, you should either buy it from trusted places or even try your hand at making it at home. Homemade grenadine is easier to make than you think and can even last you longer.
The Final Word
Grenadine is known for its unique sweet yet rich flavor that makes cocktails come alive. The best part about this syrup is that it is easy to use and goes with a number of alcoholic drinks. Don’t think anymore, go to your nearest store and pick this gorgeous syrup and try out the recipes above!
