Pomegranate Sparklers
Find ruby red pomegranate seeds in the refrigerated section of many markets. Use them as edible baubles on Christmas cocktails, including this one with sparkling wine.
Ingredients
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1-1/2 cups pomegranate seeds (from 1 large pomegranate)
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1/2 to 3/4 cup brandy
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1 750-ml bottle sparkling wine, such as Prosecco, Asti Spumante, or brut champagne, chilled
Directions
1.
In a bowl place pomegranate seeds and enough brandy to cover. Cover; let stand at room temperature 4 to 24 hours.
2.
For each Sparkler, pour 5 ounces sparkling wine into a champagne glass. Add a few brandied seeds. Makes 5 servings.
Note
Prosecco is a variety of white grape grown in the Veneto region of Italy, and also gives its name to the sparkling wine made from the grape.
Nutrition information
Calories 186, Total Fat 0 g, Saturated Fat 0 g, Monounsaturated Fat 0 g, Polyunsaturated Fat 0 g, Cholesterol 0 mg, Sodium 1 mg, Carbohydrate 9 g, Total Sugar 5 g, Fiber 0 g, Protein 1 g. Daily Values: Vitamin C 0%, Calcium 0%, Iron 0%.
Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet
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