Pomegranate Party Punch

A festive alternative to the sugary drinks that are usually served poolside, this pretty punch has a dry, sophisticated flavor that’s also refreshing. Pour it into martini glasses and nobody will guess it’s a mocktail!

Pomegranate Party Punch
Serves 10

Ingredients:

• 8 bags pomegranate white tea (such as Trader Joe’s, or substitute hibiscus tea)

• 4 cups water

• 4 cups 100 percent pomegranate juice

• 4 cups sparkling water

• 1⁄4 cup fresh lime juice

• 4 limes, sliced

• Additional lime slices for garnish (optional)

Directions: Heat 4 cups water until near boiling (do not allow to boil). Steep pomegranate white tea in very hot water for 5 minutes. Place steeped tea in a large pitcher, discarding the bags. Add pomegranate and lime juices and refrigerate, until thoroughly chilled.

To serve, add sliced limes and 4 cups of sparkling water to chilled punch mix. Serve over ice and garnish glass with a lime slice, if desired.

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