How To: Pomegranate Martini

Most people associate pomegranates with a wonderful taste that serves as the perfect complement to dessert and other meals. Some have taken it a step further, fusing the fruit with alcohol. This has produced some immensely successful drinks, including the pomegranate martini. This drink has a beautiful red glow and bold taste - ready to be served at any event. If you have a party in the works and would like to serve your guests a unique and memorable beverage, you can prepare some pomegranate martinis. A small investment and a little elbow grease is all that’s required to brew this tasty concoction.

A little grocery shopping is required before you can dive into the process. You will need to purchase a bottle of vodka, some orange liquer and finally pomegranate juice (you can choose to make this as well). A quarter cup of vodka is to be combined with the juice and liquer (3 and 1 tablespoons, respectively). These are to be mixed well and served with ice afterwards. If you would like a carbonic sensation, you can add some sparkling water. You may have to play around with the proportions mentioned above to get the drink tasting just right. Sometimes, people find the juice or vodka has too much of an overpowering presence. Get the ratios of ingredients just right before mixing the beverage for your guests.

You can top off the drink with a lemon or fired orange zest which gives it a nice aesthetic vocal point. The zest will also serve as a flavor-enhancer. The actual firing process makes for a good show, so this is something to consider. Some choose to put pomegranate seeds into the drink for an ornamental effect. Another extra people like to incorporate involves frosting the edge of the martini glass. You will have to rub the lemon along the edge of the glass to give it some tack and afterwards place the opening of the glass on some sugar.

May 31, 2008 | Filed Under Pomegranate | 1 Comment 

Pomegranate Oil For Beautiful Skin

Skin products have been flying off store shelves for decades. Everyone wants to maintain wrinkle and blemish-free skin. A growing problem which many consumers have just started to notice is that skin care companies incorporate numerous additives in their products that raise health concerns. For instance, many skin foaming washes contain an ingredient known as sodium lauryl sulfate, which is a major skin irritant. So while you think you may be doing your skin a favor, you are actually causing damage.

One natural ingredient that has received praise right and left is pomegranate oil. Derived from pomegranate seeds, which can be ingested for protection against cancers and cardiovascular diseases, the oil has powerful anti-inflammatory and moisturizing properties. This makes it suitable for treating conditions such as acne, where inflamed lesions develop on the skin. It is non-comedogenic, so there should be no concern over new lesions. The moisturizing effect can protect against wrinkles and can help keep your lips moist during winter. The potent exfoliating effect which pomegranate oil can induce helps fade skin pigmentation, whether caused by an existing case of acne or age. With all these remarkable characteristics, it is no wonder that you will find this oil in facial creams, body washes, lip balm, and a number of other products.

Finding pomegranate oil as a standalone product can be difficult. Many online retailers stock the product, however, you will have to find a reputable site to buy from. You may be shocked to find that a one ounce bottle of the oil can run you over $20. However, you will be using only very small amounts of the product on a daily basis. It is worth checking whether any local stores stock the product first. That way, you can avoid shipping charges and any hassles with returns, but most importantly, you will begin to enjoy the product much sooner.

May 31, 2008 | Filed Under Uncategorized | Leave a Comment 

Pomegranate Molasses

If you want to add a bit of middle-eastern flare your dishes, pomegranate molasses is the answer. This concoction has a syrup-like consistency that can be used to marinate meat or to give a salad a sweet and bold taste. It can even be used in desserts like cookies in lieu of less healthy additives. Fortunately, if you don’t have a specialty store nearby that offers this product, you can easily make it from the comfort of your home. Only three ingredients are required to make this delicious molasses - pomegranate juice, some sugar, and finally lemon juice. If you have the ability to do so make the juices yourself from fresh fruits.

All these ingredients are to be combined in a pan that will be used to cook them on a stove top. Mix approximately 4 cups of pomegranate juice, with half a cup of sugar and lemon juice. You may wish to dilute the juice with some water to tone down the strength of the juice. You are free to play around with the proportions if the final product does not yield the taste you were going after. If you are planning to use the molasses with a dessert for instance, less juice and more sugar may be in order. With a little experimentation, you will finally achieve the perfect taste balance.

The mixture is to be cooked on medium heat to allow for the sugar to completely dissolve in the solution. You will need to stir every now and then to expedite the process. Once the sugar has disappeared, notch down the temperature and continue cooking for about an hour. You should know when the pomegranate molasses is ready by testing it consistency. It should be allowed to sit and cool for at least half an hour before using it on any food. You can preserve the molasses in the fridge for later use if need be.

May 31, 2008 | Filed Under Pomegranate | Leave a Comment 

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