Pomegranate Open Curtains

Pomegranate and orange make a rounded fruit pairing: one tart and a little drying, the other softer and sweeter. Plain cold water keeps the result calmer than a sparkling spritz. Stir until the juices are evenly mixed so the first sip reflects the whole drink. This should be lighter than a breakfast juice blend, but not so diluted that the pomegranate’s distinctive finish disappears.

Ingredients

• 6 oz Cold water
• 2 oz Pomegranate juice
• 2 oz Orange juice

Make it

1. Add the fruit and herbs to a glass. Gently press soft fruit or herbs to release their flavor.
2. Stir in the juice, any optional salt or sweetener, and the water. If using sparkling water, add it last and stir once.
3. Add ice if you like. Let infused water stand for 5 minutes for a fuller flavor.

Benefits

Orange · a little vitamin C

With orange beside pomegranate, this glass offers a little vitamin C for protecting cells from oxidative damage.

Let pomegranate bring the interest

The orange carries a tart, slightly drying finish from pomegranate; use the listed amounts to enjoy the balance between those flavors, then adjust to your taste.