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Winter cocktail with roasted apples, oranges, and pomegranate

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Aromatic, seasonal non-alcoholic drink combining the sweetness of roasted apples and oranges with the tart freshness of pomegranate and lemon, along with a gentle, warming touch of fresh ginger and cinnamon. The drink has a deep, appetizing color from the pomegranate juice and caramelized fruits, and when sparkling water is added, it creates a lightly sparkling, impressive layer. Perfect for winter gatherings, as an alternative to mulled wine or as an elegant non-alcoholic drink for parties — serve chilled in clear glasses with pomegranate seeds, a slice of roasted apple, and a mint leaf for a contrast of colors.

Ingredients Used

Ingredients (14)

Servings:
4
  • Apple 2.5 szt.
  • Orange 2 szt.
  • Pomegranate juice 300 ml
  • Pomegranate seeds 150 g
  • Water 500 ml
  • Fresh ginger 30 g
  • Lemon juice 100 ml
  • Sparkling water 400 ml
  • Ice cubes 200 g
  • Mint leaves 10 g
  • 🌿 Przyprawy
  • Ground cinnamon 6 g
  • Salt 0.0 szczypt
  • ✨ Opcjonalne
  • Maple syrup 60 ml
  • Gwiazdki anyżu 8 szt.
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Preparation steps

Preparing the fruits

1

Preheat the oven to 200°C (top-bottom). Wash the apples and oranges. Cut the apples into quarters, remove the cores and larger seeds, then slice each quarter into 2-3 pieces depending on their size (the pieces should be about 1.5-2 cm thick). Cut the oranges in half (lengthwise) or into slices about 1.5 cm thick — leave the skin on, as roasting will caramelize it and enhance the aroma.

Ingredients: Apple, Orange
Use a cutting board and a sharp knife. The best baking tray is one lined with parchment paper or a silicone mat, which makes cleaning easier. I warn you: do not slice the fruits too thinly, as they may burn instead of caramelizing nicely.
2

Spread the fruit on a baking sheet in a single layer. Evenly sprinkle with ground cinnamon (use the entire amount from the list), lightly dust with a pinch of salt, and drizzle with maple syrup if using (optional). Place in the preheated oven and bake for 20-25 minutes, until the orange peels are browned at the edges and the apples become soft and slightly caramelized. Halfway through baking, turn the pieces with a knife or spatula to ensure even browning.

Ingredients: Apple, Orange, Ground cinnamon, Maple syrup
Use a spatula to turn the fruits. Baking time depends on the oven and the size of the pieces — the fruits will be soft at the end of baking and will slightly pull in the syrup. If they start to burn, reduce the temperature by 15-20°C.

Cooking the drink

3

In a large pot (about 2 liters capacity), pour in the pomegranate juice and water. Add thin slices of ginger (use the entire amount from the list) and add lemon juice and 1 g of salt. Heat over medium heat until the mixture starts to gently boil (small bubbles at the edges) — do not allow it to boil vigorously. Simmer on very low heat for 5 minutes to allow the ginger to release its aroma.

Ingredients: Pomegranate juice, Water, Fresh ginger, Lemon juice, Salt
Use a medium stainless steel pot. When slicing ginger, peel the skin thinly with a teaspoon, and the slices should be thin (about 2 mm) — this way they will release their flavor faster. Do not cook for too long, as you will lose the freshness of the juices.
4

Remove the baking tray from the oven and add the caramelized apples and oranges to the pot with the infusion. Reduce the heat and gently simmer everything for the next 8-10 minutes, partially covering the pot with a lid to allow the flavors to meld. During cooking, gently mash a few pieces with a wooden spoon or potato masher to release some of the pulp into the liquid (you don't need to break everything down into a puree).

Ingredients: Apple, Orange
Use a wooden spoon or a masher to lightly crush the fruits. Monitor the consistency — the goal is an aromatic, slightly strained infusion, not a thick puree.
5

Remove the pot from the heat. Using a fine mesh strainer or cheesecloth, strain the liquid into a large bowl or pitcher — pour the contents in batches and press down firmly with a spoon against the strainer to extract as much flavorful juice as possible. You can discard the leftover pulp or use it as an addition to yogurt or cake (don't throw it away!). If you are using maple syrup for sweetness, add it now and mix.

Ingredients: Maple syrup
Use a fine strainer and a spoon to obtain a clear, aromatic liquid. Carefully strain the hot liquid — use kitchen gloves if you need to hold hot containers. Additionally, you can add maple syrup to enhance the flavor/texture.

Cooling and Serving

6

Leave the drained drink to cool for about 15-20 minutes at room temperature, then place it in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes to chill well. While the drink is cooling, prepare the glasses — put 1 tablespoon of pomegranate seeds at the bottom of each glass and place a slice of roasted apple on top for decoration.

Ingredients: Pomegranate seeds, Apple, Sparkling water
Cooling is important: sparkling water loses its fizz if you add it to hot liquid. You will achieve the best impressive presentation when the base is well chilled.
7

Just before serving, pour the chilled infusion into a pitcher and top it up with chilled sparkling water in a ratio of about 3 parts infusion to 1 part sparkling water (you can adjust the ratio to your preferred level of fizziness). Add ice cubes to the pitcher or directly to the glasses, and gently stir with a long spoon to avoid losing too many bubbles.

Ingredients: Sparkling water, Ice cubes, Pomegranate seeds
Use a clear pitcher and a long spoon for mixing. Do not stir vigorously — to keep the bubbles, mix slowly and briefly. If you want a stronger fizz, add more sparkling water just before serving.

Decoration and serving

8

Add mint leaves to each glass and, if using, one star anise on top as a decoration (optional). Serve immediately — the drink should be cold, slightly sparkling, with visible pomegranate seeds and a slice of roasted apple on the rim of the glass.

Ingredients: Mint leaves, Gwiazdki anyżu, Apple, Pomegranate seeds
Use fresh mint leaves — before adding them, gently crush them between your fingers to release the aroma. If you are decorating with star anise, remember that it has a strong scent — one star per pitcher is enough.

Fun Fact

💡

The pomegranate has been a symbol of fertility and health in many cultures for centuries; in the kitchen, its juice is used for color and vibrant acidity, while roasting the fruits enhances the perception of sweetness without adding extra sugar.

Best for

zimowe spotkania rodzinne przyjęcia bezalkoholowe świąteczne stoły jako alternatywa dla grzanego wina

Tips

🍽️ Serving

Serve in clear cocktail glasses or tall Collins glasses to showcase the layers of colors and floating pomegranate seeds. For adults, you can add a splash of dark rum as an optional alcoholic choice (not vegan/optional). Provide extra maple syrup on the table for those who prefer sweeter drinks.

🥡 Storage

Store the base (strained infusion) in a closed pitcher in the refrigerator for up to 48 hours. Add sparkling water and ice only before serving, as otherwise the drink will lose its fizz. The leftover fruit after straining can be frozen or added to yogurt as a sweet addition.

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