Pomegranate Clementine Daybreak

Pomegranate juice contributes a slightly tannic, tart edge, while clementine adds sweetness and a softer citrus aroma. A few mint leaves keep the finish cool. The combination works without fizz, which lets the fruit flavors remain clear and uncomplicated. Use plain pomegranate juice rather than a sweetened mixed-fruit drink if you want the intended balance. Stir before each pour if making more than one serving, and leave the mint mostly intact rather than shredding it.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Cold water
• 2 oz Pomegranate juice
• 2 oz Clementine juice
• 4 leaf Mint leaves

Make it

1. Prepare the fruit and herbs as listed. Mash soft fruit to release juice; lightly press herbs or thin ginger slices without shredding them.
2. Add the still juices and stir. Strain out seeds, skins or herb pieces if you prefer a smoother texture.
3. Stir in the cold water. Let fresh fruit, herbs or ginger infuse for 5 minutes, then remove the ginger or herb sprigs when the flavor suits you. Serve chilled.

Benefits

Clementine · a little vitamin C

The 2 oz of clementine juice adds some vitamin C for absorbing iron from plant foods, with pomegranate and mint rounding out the flavor.

Pomegranate, clementine, and mint

The pomegranate contributes a tart, slightly drying finish to clementine and mint, giving you a specific flavor combination to reach for instead of a default pour.