Learn how to make homemade grenadine, a sweet and tangy syrup that adds a burst of flavor to your cocktails and non-alcoholic beverages. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can create a delicious grenadine that will elevate your drinks to a new level. This recipe takes about 15 minutes to prepare and yields approximately 1 cup of homemade grenadine.
Ingredients
- 2 cups pomegranate juice
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
Directions
- In a medium saucepan, bring the pomegranate juice to a simmer over medium heat.
- Add the granulated sugar to the saucepan and stir until it dissolves completely.
- Reduce the heat to low and let the mixture simmer for about 10 minutes, stirring occasionally.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the lemon juice.
- Allow the grenadine syrup to cool completely before transferring it to a bottle or jar.
- Store the homemade grenadine in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
Interesting Facts
Grenadine syrup is traditionally made from pomegranate juice.
The word 'grenadine' comes from the French word 'grenade,' which means pomegranate.
Homemade grenadine is often preferred over store-bought versions because it contains natural ingredients.