Champagne Pomegranate Cocktail

Champagne Pomegranate Cocktail
In the tradition of glorious libations like the Bellini and the Champagne Cocktail (circa 1935, the Metropolitan Hotel, NYC) this refreshing drink will start your evening off in style. This simple recipe will serve 8.

What you need:
· 4 cups crushed ice
· 2 cups Pomegranate juice (I always use POM)
· 1/2 cup quality Diet Ginger Ale
· 1/4 cup good Brandy
· 1 (750-ml) bottle Champagne or sparkling wine
· 2 Lemons - Spiral

How to Prepare:
Combine the first 5 ingredients in a glass pitcher, swirl. Then pour about a cup of the mixture into each glass. (8) Garnish with lemon spiral and serve.

Additional Information: A spiral from the peel of a citrus fruit can make a great impression. The preparation is a bit longer than most cocktail garnishes, but if your guests approve of elegance, success is guaranteed.

Quick steps of creating a lemon spiral:
Use a vegetable peeler or a paring knife to cut away the skin of the lemon or citrus in a circular motion. Take care not to cut in too deep to avoid the bitter part. After having cut down the peel twine it round a straw or wooden kebab skewer to give it a spiral form. Finally decorate the cocktail by hanging it on the edge of the cocktail glass. Serve and be fabulous! http://www.pomwonderful.com/