Grenadine Syrup
This Grenadine Syrup is so much better than the store-bought stuff! It’s a simple, 3-ingredient recipe with vibrant pomegranate flavor and the perfect amount of sweetness. Add it to cocktails, mocktails, sparkling water, lemonade, you name it!
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We’ve all heard of grenadine syrup…you know, the classic flavoring for a Shirley Temple or Dirty Shirley, among other cocktails and mocktails! You may have bought some in a bottle at the store, but did you know that it’s super easy to make your own grenadine syrup right at home?
Now, before we get into it, let’s clear up one common misconception. Grenadine is not cherry! The word grenadine actually comes from the French word “grenade”, which means pomegranate. So grenadine syrup actually has a delicious pomegranate flavor!
This homemade grenadine syrup recipe features real pomegranate juice, sugar, and allspice berries. It’s the perfect balance of sweet and fruity with a little bit of warmth.
Since this delicious syrup is made right at home, you don’t need to worry about artificial flavors or artificial colors. Plus, the flavor really is just so much better than store-bought grenadine!
How to Make Grenadine Syrup
This homemade grenadine recipe is so delicious and takes next to no time to whip up!
Here’s a quick summary of the recipe. The full instructions and ingredient amounts are in the recipe card further down the page.
- In a small saucepan, heat sugar, pomegranate juice, and allspice over medium heat. Whisk and heat until the sugar is dissolved. Remove from the heat and cool completely.
- Pour the mixture through a strainer into an airtight container, then serve as desired or store in the fridge.
Serving Suggestions
Turns out, there are tons of ways you can enjoy this homemade grenadine syrup: drink recipes, desserts, breakfast, you name it. Here are a few ideas:
- Cocktails: Use it in any of your favorite classic cocktails such as a Tequila
Sunrise, Pink Lady, Jack Rose, Roy Rogers, Malibu Sunset, mimosas, or my tequila lemonade cocktail! - Mocktails/Other Beverages: Make any delicious non-alcoholic beverages by adding it to sparkling water, lemonade, coca cola, or a fizzy bubbly orange drink. And, of course, use it to make a classic Shirley Temple!
- Breakfast: Use it as a syrup for buttermilk pancakes or waffles.
- Dessert: Drizzle it over a bowl of ice cream, mix it into homemade whipped cream, or drizzle it over brownies for a chocolatey, fruity treat.
Storage
Refrigerator: Homemade grenadine syrup can be stored in an airtight container or sealed jar in the fridge for up to 1 month.
Freezer: I don’t recommend freezing this syrup. The freshness doesn’t hold up well when thawed.
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Ingredients
- 1 cup granulated sugar
- 1 cup unsweetened 100% pomegranate juice
- 8 allspice berries, lightly crushed
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Instructions
- Heat the sugar, pomegranate juice, and allspice in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk often until the sugar dissolves completely, about 5 minutes. Don’t let the mixture come to a boil.1 cup granulated sugar1 cup unsweetened 100% pomegranate juice8 allspice berries
- Remove from heat and allow to cool, about 30 minutes.
- Pour through a strainer into an airtight container.
- Scroll up and see the post for tips, FAQs, and storage recommendations.