I'll Fake Manhattan Mocktail

Elevate your non-alcoholic repertoire with the "I'll Fake Manhattan Mocktail," a sophisticated twist on a classic cocktail. This alcohol-free beverage combines the rich, robust flavors of pomegranate juice and strongly brewed black tea with the zesty tang of fresh orange juice and the subtle sweetness of unsweetened cherry juice. A touch of simple syrup and a couple of dashes of Angostura bitters (use a non-alcoholic version if preferred) bring balance and complexity to this mocktail masterpiece. Shaken over ice and garnished with a glossy cocktail cherry and a fragrant orange peel twist, this drink is perfect for anyone craving a refined drink experience without the alcohol. Ready in just 10 minutes, this stunning mocktail is ideal for dinner parties, date nights, or any occasion that calls for a touch of elegance without the buzz.

Nutriscore Rating: 70/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:0 mins

Total Time:10 mins

Servings: 1

Ingredients

• 2 ounces Pomegranate juice
• 2 ounces Black tea (strongly brewed and chilled)
• 0.5 ounces Fresh orange juice
• 0.25 ounces Cherry juice (unsweetened)
• 0.25 ounces Simple syrup
• 2 dashes Angostura bitters (non-alcoholic version, if available)
• 1 cup Ice cubes
• 1 piece Cocktail cherry (for garnish)
• 1 piece Orange peel twist (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Brew a strong cup of black tea and let it cool completely. You can refrigerate it to speed up the chilling process.

Step 2

In a cocktail shaker, combine pomegranate juice, chilled black tea, fresh orange juice, cherry juice, simple syrup, and Angostura bitters.

Step 3

Add one cup of ice cubes to the shaker, secure the lid, and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds to properly blend the flavors and chill the mixture.

Step 4

Strain the liquid into a chilled coupe or rocks glass.

Step 5

Gently place a cocktail cherry at the bottom of the glass and garnish with an orange peel twist laid across the rim.

Step 6

Serve immediately and enjoy your sophisticated, alcohol-free 'I'll Fake Manhattan Mocktail'!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(389.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	70.3

Total Fat 0.1g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 17.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 0.2g	0%
Total Sugars 16.3g
Protein 0.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 6.8mg	0%
Iron 0.1mg	0%
Potassium 104.8mg	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: 1.3%

Protein: 0.6%

Carbs: 98.2%