Crimson Drink

Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing Crimson Drink, a stunning blend of fresh cranberries and pomegranate juice that tastes as good as it looks! This easy-to-make recipe strikes the perfect balance between tart and sweet, thanks to a touch of honey and a splash of freshly squeezed lemon juice. The drink’s homemade cranberry base, simmered and blended to perfection, ensures a rich and natural flavor that elevates every sip. Served over ice and garnished with fresh mint leaves and jewel-like pomegranate seeds, the Crimson Drink is not just a beverage—it's a feast for the senses. Perfect for holiday gatherings or a simple treat to brighten your day, this antioxidant-packed mocktail is as healthy as it is delicious. Ready in just 20 minutes, it’s time to indulge in this beautifully bold drink!

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 cup fresh cranberries
• 2 cups pomegranate juice
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 2 cups water
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 6 leaves fresh mint leaves
• 2 tablespoons pomegranate seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the fresh cranberries thoroughly under cold water.

Step 2

In a small saucepan, combine cranberries and water. Bring to a gentle boil over medium heat and cook for 8-10 minutes, or until the cranberries start to burst.

Step 3

Remove the saucepan from heat and allow the mixture to cool slightly.

Step 4

Transfer the cranberry mixture to a blender and blend until smooth. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a large pitcher to remove pulp. Discard the solids.

Step 5

To the cranberry liquid in the pitcher, add pomegranate juice, honey, and fresh lemon juice. Stir well until the honey is fully dissolved.

Step 6

Fill serving glasses with ice cubes and pour the Crimson Drink over the ice.

Step 7

Garnish each glass with a few fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of pomegranate seeds.

Step 8

Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Crimson Drink!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1492g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	531.0

Total Fat 0.4g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 93.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 136.7g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.1g	0%
Total Sugars 118.3g
Protein 1.6g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 83.4mg	0%
Iron 1.5mg	0%
Potassium 656.5mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 0.6%

Protein: 1.1%

Carbs: 98.2%