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Pomegranate Tonic Mocktail

Tonic gives this drink a bitter finish that plain sparkling water cannot provide. The pomegranate portion is larger and the lemon contribution absent compared with the sparkling pomegranate lemonade.

Ready in4 minMakes1 servingCalories · estimated per serving94Total sugar · estimated per serving21g
Ruby pomegranate tonic mocktail with ice, pomegranate and lime behind it.Non-alcoholic
Step by step

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  1. 01

    Measure the chilled pomegranate juice and lime juice into a tall glass. Add the measured ice.

  2. 02

    Pour in the chilled tonic water slowly. Stir once or twice to combine the juices without driving off all the bubbles.

  3. 03

    Serve the complete glass with no spirit, bitters or unlisted fruit garnish. Never shake tonic in a closed container.

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Easy swaps

  • Use 150 mL another tonic only with its actual label; sugar and energy vary by brand and market.
  • Replace tonic with plain sparkling water for a less bitter drink, recognizing that its sweetness and nutrition change.

Mixpert tips

  • Use a freshly opened tonic bottle for more lively carbonation.
  • The specific UK tonic reference matters; a diet tonic is a different product.
Good to know

Pomegranate Tonic Mocktail FAQs

Is tonic water the same as sparkling water in this mocktail?

No. Indian tonic supplies bitterness and, in this reference, sugar. Plain sparkling water does not have the same flavor or nutrient profile.

Does this pomegranate tonic need an alcohol-free gin?

No. The reference uses only pomegranate juice, lime, tonic and ice. An alcohol-free spirit would add ingredients and potentially change nutrition and alcohol labeling.

Why is the tonic added last?

Adding it after the juices and ice limits unnecessary agitation. Stir gently and avoid shaking or blending carbonated tonic.

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