Dusk in Eden

OK, so we're back and committed to updating this regularly. However, in a nod to a concern from a good friend of ours, we are abandoning the idea of this blog being entirely about the tiki drinks. We'll still work through that deck and number those entries, but we're adding some seasonal drinks as well. So, without further ado ...

Dusk in Eden



2 oz. vodka
1.5 oz. apple juice
2 tbsp. pomegranate arils, plus additional for garnish
splash of simple syrup

Muddle the arils in the bottom of a cocktail shaker with the simple syrup. Fill shaker with ice and add vodka and juice. Shake until well mixed and strain into a chilled cocktail glass. Garnish with additional pomegranate arils.

This is a PERFECT autumn cocktail. We loved it. When the first sip hits the tongue, the apple juice is in full force, but is quickly tamed by the power of the vodka. The tart pomegranate adds a lovely finish. This was fantastic and a flawless addition to a cool fall evening. And the color is beautiful and very fall.

The biggest drawback to this is the fresh pomegranate, which is kind of a pain to prepare and will stain anything it comes in contact with. We didn't try it this way, but I'm willing to bet that a generous splash of pomegranate juice would provide an adequate substitute (although you would miss the treat of the pomegranate seeds at the end of the drink).