Simple Homemade Grenadine Recipe

Grenadine is one of the most common flavorings you in find mixology. But for some reason it’s hard to come across. I don’t mean you can’t find a bastardized brand of red syrup sold under the name of grenadine. But grenadine– at least to my way of thinking– it ain’t. Because virtually every commercial brand you will find contains little if any pomegranate juice.

Good grenadine is made from pomegranate juice, and not much else. Fortunately it’s quite easy to make your grenadine at home.

Pour two cups of fresh squeezed, or high quality purchased, 100% pomegranate juice into a saucepan. Bring to a boil, then simmer over medium-low heat until reduced by half. Stir in one cup of sugar until dissolved. Remove from heat and allow it…