Pomegranate Sparkler Caipirinha

This Pomegranate Sparkler Caipirinha is a bold and tangy cocktail with a festive twist. It combines the rich flavors of sugarcane-based cachaça with the boldness of pomegranate and the effervescence of sparkling wine. The drink is both refreshing and husky, making it a perfect choice for a special occasion or a lively gathering with friends.

Pomegranate Sparkler Caipirinha

A bold and tangy cocktail with cachaça, pomegranate, and sparkling wine.

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Ingredients

  • 1 teaspoon superfine sugar
  • 10 fresh pomegranate seeds
  • 1/2 lime, quartered
  • 1/2 ounce pomegranate juice
  • 2 ounces cachaça
  • 3 ounces sparkling wine

Instructions

  1. In a mixing glass, add the superfine sugar and pomegranate seeds. Crush the seeds with a muddler.
  2. Add the lime wedges and muddle to release their juice.
  3. Pour in the pomegranate juice and cachaça, then fill the glass 2/3 full with ice.
  4. Shake the mixture until well chilled, about 20 seconds.
  5. Add the sparkling wine to the glass, then pour the contents, without straining, into a double rocks glass.
  6. Add more fresh ice cubes if desired and serve immediately.