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Bonefish Grill Pomegranate Martini Recipe - Bright, Tart, and Crowd-Pleasing

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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Ingredients Method

Ingredients
  

  • 2 ounces vodka (unflavored; choose a clean, mid-range brand)
  • 1.5 ounces pomegranate juice (100% juice, not a cocktail blend)
  • 0.5 ounce orange liqueur (Cointreau or triple sec)
  • 0.5 ounce fresh lime juice (lemon works too; lime is brighter)
  • 0.25–0.5 ounce simple syrup (to taste; equal parts sugar and water)
  • Ice (for shaking)
  • Optional garnish: lemon twist, lime wheel, or a few pomegranate arils
  • Optional: sugar for a light rim

Method
 

  1. Chill your glass. Place a martini or coupe glass in the freezer for 10 minutes. A cold glass makes a big difference in texture and dilution.
  2. Prep a simple rim (optional). Lightly swipe a lemon or lime wedge around the rim, then dip it in a shallow plate of sugar. Tap off extra so it stays delicate.
  3. Add ingredients to a shaker. Combine vodka, pomegranate juice, orange liqueur, lime juice, and 0.25 ounce simple syrup.
  4. Fill with ice and shake hard. Shake for 12–15 seconds. You want the shaker frosty and the drink very cold for a silky finish.
  5. Taste and adjust. If it’s too tart, add another splash of simple syrup, then give it a quick shake.
  6. Strain and serve. Double strain into the chilled glass to keep ice shards out. Garnish with a citrus twist or a few pomegranate arils for color.