These Sloe Gin Pomegranate Cocktails are a Festive Spin on the Classic Bellini

Christmas cocktail in a flute with pomegranates.

Welcome guests with this simple sloe gin cocktail; to be honest, any concoction with sparkling wine feels special. This recipe adds sloe gin and fresh pomegranates to Prosecco for a very seasonal tipple that's the perfect start to your Christmas day menu.

Sloe Gin Pomegranate Sparklers

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Ingredients (makes 16 or 2 rounds for 8)

• 1 cup (250ml) sloe gin, chilled
• 1 cup (250ml) pomegranate juice, chilled
• 3 tbsp pomegranate arils/seeds
• 1 x 25oz (750 ml) bottle Prosecco or Champagne, chilled

Method

• Put a dash of sloe gin, a dash of pomegranate juice, and a few pomegranate arils into each of eight Champagne glasses (like these Nattie Champagne glasses from Crate & Barrel)
• Slowly top up with Prosecco or Champagne.
• Repeat for a second round.

For more of a winter warmer for Christmas Eve or later in the day, try this whiskey and spice hot toddy – it's a cozy and festive sip for a chilly afternoon.