Pomegranate Lime Martini

A Pomegranate Lime Martini is a festive cocktail full of fresh pomegranate juice, bubbly champagne, and more. Make this party cocktail this holiday season to celebrate New Year’s Eve or any occasion!

I really enjoy an innovative cocktail every now and then when we go out for dinner or Happy Hour. My favorite lately has been either a Winter Breeze ( a fruity cocktail with vodka, fresh juice from pears, and cranberry) or a long-time favorite Limoncello and Prosecco combination.

But when I saw the beautiful ruby pomegranates at the grocery store, I knew I had to make a salad, appetizer or a pomegranate cocktail. And I chose the latter. Maybe next time Mr. Salad! 

Why You’ll Love This Pomegranate Lime Cocktail

• This gorgeous cocktail is simple, yet elegant, fitting for any occasion!
• Pomegranate and Lime provide a refreshing spin on a classic cocktail with a perfectly balanced sweetness.
• The recipe makes two drinks, so it’s perfect to share with a loved one on date nights.

Pomegranate Lime Martini Ingredients

Here are the simple ingredients you need to make the perfect cocktail:

• Ice
• Pomegranate juice: don’t do what I did—I accidentally bought a juice blend that included blueberries, and it tasted like cough syrup! Get the pure pomegranate juice!
• Fresh lime juice
• Plain vodka
• Chilled Champagne

The exact amounts you need are included in the recipe card at the bottom of the post.

Equipment Needed

Use a martini shaker to combine the ingredients for this vodka martini.

I also like using a juicer and fresh limes, but you could also squeeze the limes by hand.

How to make a Pomegranate Lime Martini

Like all cocktails, this drink is simple to make and only takes a moment! Here’s how to do it:

1. Add ice to your cocktail shaker. Then pour in the pomegranate juice, lime juice, and vodka.
2. Cover and shake until the shaker is very cold. Strain the liquid into two martini glasses.
3. Top with champagne as desired! Garnish with a lime wedge, lime slices, or even a spoonful of pomegranate arils in the bottom of the glass.

That’s it. Enjoy your celebratory cocktail with your friend or loved one! This might just become my signature cocktail.

FAQs

What’s vodka makes the best pomegranate martini?

Everyone’s personal taste in vodka varies widely, but most experts recommend a wheat-based vodka like Grey Goose, Absolut, or Chopin. Feel free to experiment to find your favorite. You can even try a flavored vodka.

Can I use bottled lime juice for Pomegranate Martinis with Lime?

I think freshly squeezed lime juice is infinitely better tasting, but sometimes you have to go with convenience. Bottled lime juice will work if that’s what you have!

Is sparkling wine Champagne?

Champagne is a type of sparkling wine, but not all sparkling wine is Champagne. Only those made in the Champagne region of France can bear the name. There are quite a few brands that are inexpensive and delicious, so you don’t have to break the bank making this drink. That is, unless you want to. 😉

You can use any type of sparkling wine in this recipe. I also enjoy Cava and Prosecco.

Can I make this ahead of time?

This classic martini is best when freshly made. It only takes a few minutes, so I recommend making this when you’re ready to drink it, though you certainly could juice the limes ahead of time and keep that refrigerated until ready to use.

More Cocktail Recipes You’ll Enjoy

These cocktails are perfect for fall and winter, but you can serve them any time of year:

This rich Brown Sugar Bourbon Cocktail combines the warm flavors of fig and brown sugar with bourbon to make this delicious classic cocktail! 

The cinnamon sugar rim and the fresh apple cider in these Apple Cider Margaritas provide the perfect way to get a punch of fall flavors, making this perfect for a Thanksgiving margarita or other holiday gatherings!

Make your own rosemary simple syrup for this delicious Winter Cosmopolitan cocktail! It’s the perfect mixed drink for the winter season. Enjoy the holiday flavors of cranberry juice and rosemary with a romantic dinner or ring in the new year with a loved one!

This Apple Cider Sangria is a cocktail full of rich Autumn flavors. Made with white wine, apple, pear, club soda, and brandy, this cocktail is perfect for your Fall holiday parties or weekend evenings! 

Which one are you making next time?

This post was originally published January 14, 2016. It has been updated in format and with pictures on October 17, 2024.