Easy Pomegranate Cranberry Hard Seltzer

Hard seltzer has the whole world shook. Everyone is manufacturing it from Bud Light to White Claw. All types are drinking it from Gen Y to baby boomers. 

Hard seltzer is nothing more than sparkling water with a hint of flavor and a dash of alcohol. You can easily make it yourself. Making hard seltzer at home is easier, cheaper, and more convenient.

Plus, when you make it yourself, the flavor combinations are endless. Start with this cranberry pomegranate sparkler.

How to make Pomegranate Cranberry Sparkler

Ingredients

Makes about 12 ounces

• 1.5 ounces rum (97 calories)
• 6 ounces sparkling water
• 2 ounces cranberry juice (30 calories)
• 2 ounces pomegranate juice (34 calories)
• ice

Directions

1. Combine the ingredients in a glass, give a slight stir and enjoy!

Note:

With the rum included this cocktail contains about 161 calories. Make it a mocktail instead for only 64 calories!

Health benefits of pomegranate

Pomegranate juice is well known as one of the best juice options available. It is a deep burgundy color that screams health. The tart taste is appealing and blends well with other sweet fruits. Here is a shortlist of amazing things pomegranate juice does for your body.

• Packed with polyphenol antioxidants
• Rich in vitamins C, and K
• Good source of iron, calcium, potassium, and folate
• May help reduce cholesterol
• Has shown to improve memory
• Anti-inflammatory properties may reduce the risk of cancer
• May help reduce the effects of arthritis

Health benefits of cranberry

Cranberry isn’t just for sauce anymore. These tiny berries are bursting with all kinds of great stuff for your body. The juice is usually light pink. And, although it is also tart, the taste pairs perfectly with pomegranate.

• Reduce the length and severity of urinary tract infections
• Rich in vitamins A,B,C,E, and K
• Top source of antioxidants
• May play a role in cancer prevention
• Excellent source of manganese to control blood sugar levels
• May support digestive health

Why drink sparkling water?

There are countless reasons to drink sparkling water. Most of us turn to fizzy water as an alternative to soda. This alone will boost your health. There are dozens of other reasons we love sparkling water and think you will too. Read this article to learn about the benefits sparkling water has to offer.

More sparkling cocktail recipes:

• DIY Raspberry Ginger Spritzer
• Easy Lemon Basil Hard Seltzer
• How to Make a Sparkling Mojito