“Grand Pom Cosmo”

Grand Marnier is most often used in after dinner drinks or served on the side with coffee. But did you think to make other cocktails with this Cognac and bitter orange flavored liqueur? Experimenting with making cocktails is a never-ending adventure. Sometimes drinks are fabulous and sometimes not so fab. Well, try a Grand Pom Cosmo especially if you love Cosmopolitans. This cocktail kind of grew out of the classic Cosmo. Pomegranate juice lends itself kindly to a variety of spirits. And with Grand Mariner’s okay sweetness along with hints of vanilla, it’s sure to please.

I had been out to dinner with friends and a drink similar to the Grand Pom Cosmo was on their menu. Finding inspiration for cocktails especially at a restaurant is at the top of my list. I enjoy flavorful cocktails and this is a perfect cocktail for a girls night or weekend. In addition to Grand Mariner, this cocktail combines Vodka, pomegranate juice, and honey served in a chilled Martini glass. So instead of serving all wine, stir up Grand Pom Cosmos and I believe the girls will thank you. Let’s get this party started!!!

Grand Pom Cosmo

Grand Pom Cosmo

2 oz. Vodka

1 oz. Grand Mariner

1.5 oz. pomegranate juice

1 t. honey

Ice cubes

Pomegranate arils, for garnish

Fill a cocktail shaker with ice cubes. Add in Vodka, Grand Marnier, pomegranate juice, and honey. Shake cocktail until shaker becomes frosty, about 30 seconds. Pour cocktail in a chilled Martini glass. Garnish with pomegranate arils if desired.