Paul Kushner
The Santa Claus Smash is a festive and flavorful holiday cocktail combining tart pomegranate juice, warming bourbon, and zesty ginger. Topped with fizzy ginger beer and garnished with mint and pomegranate arils, this drink is perfect for holiday parties or cozy winter nights.
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Servings: 1
Ingredients
- 2 oz bourbon
- 1 oz ginger syrup
- 2.5 oz pomegranate juice
- 0.5 oz lemon juice
- Ginger beer to top
- Fresh mint for garnish (optional)
- Pomegranate arils for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the pomegranate juice, bourbon, lemon juice, and ginger syrup.
- Add ice to the shaker and shake vigorously until well-chilled.
- Strain the mixture into a rocks glass or tumbler filled with fresh ice.
- Top with ginger beer, pouring gently to preserve the fizz.
- Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a sprinkle of pomegranate arils for a festive touch, if desired.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this refreshing holiday cocktail.
Notes
Pro Tips
- Lightly smack the mint leaves before garnishing to release their aroma.
- For a stronger ginger kick, add a touch more ginger syrup.
- Chill your glass ahead of time for an extra-refreshing drink.
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Tasting Notes
The Santa Claus Smash is a delightful combination of tart pomegranate, smooth bourbon, and spicy ginger with a bright citrus twist. The ginger beer’s effervescence and the festive garnish make this drink both refreshing and celebratory, perfect for toasting the season.
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Absolutely delicious! We made this drink for a Christmas get together and everyone loved it! Tasted so fresh. I used pressed pomegranate not from concentrate. We also made our own ginger simple syrup. 😋