Grenadine

A sweet, red syrup traditionally made from pomegranate juice, used to add color and fruity sweetness to cocktails.

True grenadine is made from pomegranate (grenade in French) and offers tart-sweet complexity. Unfortunately, many commercial versions are artificially colored and flavored with little actual pomegranate. Quality grenadine or homemade versions transform drinks like the Jack Rose, Tequila Sunrise, and Shirley Temple. Making your own with pomegranate juice and sugar yields superior results.

💡 Pro Tips

• Make your own: equal parts pomegranate juice and sugar
• Real grenadine has tart complexity, not just sweetness
• The red color comes naturally from pomegranate

⚠️ Common Mistakes to Avoid

• Using artificial grenadine with no real pomegranate
• Adding too much and making drinks overly sweet
• Assuming all grenadine is the same quality