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Warming orange-pomegranate drink with ginger and cardamom

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A seasonal, aromatic drink that combines the freshness of oranges with the depth of pomegranate and the warming spice of ginger and cardamom. Perfect for chilly days — served hot, it looks stunning with the intensely red pomegranate seeds floating on the surface and orange slices on the rim of the cup. The drink is naturally sweetened with honey, but it can also be easily prepared in a vegan version by replacing honey with maple syrup or agave. It’s an excellent choice for a winter afternoon, a holiday party, or as a warming dessert drink after dinner. Flavor notes: the sweetness and acidity of the fruits, the spicy freshness of ginger, the gentle creaminess of oat milk, and the aromatic hint of cardamom and cinnamon. Visually, the drink attracts with its deep ruby color and contrasting creamy foam of oat milk.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (12)

Servings:
4
  • Orange juice 400 ml
  • Pomegranate seeds 200 g
  • Fresh ginger 20 g
  • Honey 60 ml
  • Oat milk 200 ml
  • Water 120 ml
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Cinnamon stick 4 szt.
  • Salt 0.0 szczypt
  • Cardamom 6 g
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Sparkling water 200 ml
  • Fresh mint 0.3 pęczków
  • Orange 0.8 szt.
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Preparation steps

Pomegranate and Ginger Syrup

1

Prepare the ingredients. Weigh about 140 g of pomegranate seeds (reserve 60 g from the remaining 200 g for decoration). Peel and slice 20 g of fresh ginger into thin slices. Split 6 cardamom pods: cut 4 pods for the syrup (leave the remaining 2 for the orange infusion). In a medium saucepan (volume 1–1.5 l), place the pomegranate seeds, sliced ginger, 4 cardamom pods, and 1 cinnamon stick (about 4 g). Add 120 ml of water and 60 g of honey. Heat over medium heat until gently boiling, then reduce the heat and simmer gently for 10–12 minutes, stirring occasionally with a wooden spoon and lightly crushing the pomegranate seeds against the sides of the spoon to release the juice. The syrup should become thicker and take on an intense ruby color.

Ingredients: Pomegranate seeds, Fresh ginger, Cardamom, Cinnamon stick, Honey, Water
Use a medium saucepan with a thick bottom (volume 1–1.5 l), a wooden spoon, and a potato masher or the back of a spoon to crush the seeds. Do not cook on high heat — the syrup may burn. Check the consistency: after slightly cooling, it should flow lightly from the spoon but not be watery.
2

Strain the syrup. Prepare a fine sieve or cheesecloth over a large bowl. Pour the hot contents of the saucepan through the sieve and, using a spoon or silicone spatula, press down firmly on the crushed seeds to extract as much juice as possible. Discard the remaining fibers and skins. The resulting syrup should have a volume of about 180–220 ml. Set the syrup aside; it can be warm or at room temperature. Be cautious when straining hot liquid.

Ingredients: Pomegranate seeds
Use a fine sieve and a large spoon to extract the juice. If you want a cleaner syrup, strain it again through cheesecloth. The leftovers from straining can be used as a topping for yogurt (optional).

Orange infusion

3

Prepare an aromatic orange infusion. Pour 400 ml of orange juice into a small saucepan, add the 2 remaining cardamom pods (crushed with your fingers to release the seeds) and the remaining cinnamon stick. Heat over medium heat until the drink starts to gently steam (about 3–4 minutes) — it is important not to let it boil to preserve the freshness of the juice. After 3–4 minutes, turn off the heat and let it sit for 5 minutes to allow the flavors to meld. After 5 minutes, remove the cinnamon sticks and cardamom (you can leave them for decoration if you wish).

Ingredients: Orange juice, Cardamom, Cinnamon stick
Use a small saucepan (volume 0.8–1 l). Check the temperature — it should be lightly steaming, but not boiling. If you want a stronger hint of cardamom, lightly crush the pods before adding.

Milk base

4

Heat the oat milk: in a small saucepan or milk pot, heat 200 ml of oat milk to about 60–65°C (the milk should be hot and steaming, but not boiling) — about 2–3 minutes over low heat. If you like, froth the milk using a handheld frother or manual milk frother to achieve a delicate foam.

Ingredients: Oat milk
Use a pot with a thick bottom or a milk frother. Control the temperature – bringing it to a boil causes the plant-based milk to separate.

Drink assembly

5

Combine the components. In a large pitcher or pot, pour in the warmed orange juice (after straining) and the warm oat milk. Add 100 ml of the prepared pomegranate-ginger syrup and mix thoroughly with a wooden spoon. Taste the drink and season with a pinch of salt (1 g) — the salt will enhance the flavor of the fruits. If you prefer a sweeter taste, add an additional 10–20 ml of syrup to taste (use the prepared syrup to the maximum).

Ingredients: Orange juice, Oat milk, Salt, Pomegranate seeds
Use a large jug or pot for mixing. Taste gradually — it's easier to add more syrup than to take it away later. Look for a balance between the acidity of the oranges, the sweetness of the honey, and the spiciness of the ginger.

Serving and decoration

6

Prepare the cups. Pour the drink into 4 warmed glasses or cups (about 180–200 ml per serving). Evenly distribute the remaining 60 g of pomegranate seeds on each serving — sprinkle them on the surface (the seeds will float nicely). Add a slice of orange to the rim of the glass (if using) and a single fresh mint leaf (optional). Serve immediately for the drink to be hot and aromatic.

Ingredients: Pomegranate seeds, Orange, Fresh mint
Use clear glasses to showcase the color of the drink. If serving for guests, have everything ready at hand: syrup, pomegranate seeds, orange slices, and mint.

Optional sparkling version (cold)

7

If you prefer a cool and sparkling drink: chill part of the orange base and syrup in the fridge (at least 1 hour). In a tall glass, pour 120 ml of the chilled base, 40–60 ml of syrup (to taste), add 100–150 ml of sparkling water and gently stir with a spoon. Add ice cubes and garnish with pomegranate seeds and a mint leaf.

Ingredients: Sparkling water, Pomegranate seeds
Use cold ingredients and gently mix to avoid destroying the bubbles. Sparkling water is optional — it adds freshness and lightness.

Fun Fact

💡

The pomegranate was a symbol of fertility and abundance in many ancient cultures; in Middle Eastern cuisine, it is often paired with meat dishes and beverages for a sweet and sour flavor contrast.

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Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve in transparent, warmed cups or glasses to highlight the ruby color. If serving for children or vegans, replace honey with maple syrup. For adults, you can add 20–30 ml of rum or dark vodka to each serving just before serving.

🥡 Storage

Store the remaining syrup in a tightly sealed jar in the refrigerator for up to 5 days. The orange base can be chilled and stored for up to 24 hours. Do not mix with sparkling water before storing — add the fizz just before serving. Heat only once (to 60–70°C), do not allow to boil when reheating.

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