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St. Germain Pomegranate Spritzers

Champagne, St. Germain, pomegranate seeds, and spritzers made from these ingredients

Besides my birthday, Christmas is the climax of my year.

I wait in heavy anticipation for 12 months for the day that arrives in what seems like a flash and before I know it, it’s over. And all the excitement surrounding it evaporates in seconds. There’s nothing quite like the holiday season and I hate knowing I won’t taste it again until next year.

Thus, it’s a given that New Year’s takes a back seat to my joyous, beloved Christmas. Part of the reason? There are few traditions surrounding New Year’s, including zero presents and very few cookies (BOO). But, I’ve  recognized lately that big changes and even life-altering discussions have surrounded our past several New Year’s celebrations, and it’s caused me to reconsider my affection for it. It’s no Christmas but it causes me to reflect on a year gone by and what lies ahead. And that calls for celebrating.

Libations anyone?

Bottle of St. Germain for making homemade spritzers

During our recent tour de Europe, we found ourselves in Barcelona at perhaps my favorite coffee shop in the world – Caravelle. A recommendation of the Oh, Ladycakes herself, we were immediately drawn to the coffee and food Caravelle had to offer. But I couldn’t help but wonder what their drink special was all about: a St. Germain Spritzer?

I’d never even heard of St. Germain before, but it intrigued me. So we did a little research and discovered it’s of French origin and derived from elderberry flowers. An artisanal liqueur, St. Germain has a delicate, floral flavor that mixes incredibly well with champagne, club soda and citrus.

Bowl of pomegranate seeds for making homemade spritzers

We ended up ordering the special, then another, then we convinced our friends to order one, too. Practically the minute we got back home we went searching for a bottle of St. Germain and have since been experimenting with (and thoroughly enjoying) this incredibly unique and delicious liqueur.

Bowl of pomegranate seeds and two tall glasses filled with our Pomegranate Spritzers recipe

It turns out, St. Germain, sparkling white wine and pomegranate juice are meant to be together. This spritzer is comprised of a Brut sparkling white wine, a shot of St. Germain, pomegranate juice and arils and a dash of club soda. So simple, so delicious.

Tall glasses of Pomegranate St. Germain Spritzers surrounded by ingredients used to make them

We fell in love with this cocktail and found it perfect for special celebrations, especially New Year’s Eve. It’s:

Light
Fruity
Floral
Bubbly
Not too sweet
& Highly customizable.

When you have bubbly and St. Germain in a glass, it’s really hard to go wrong. Cheers, friends!

Cutting board with glasses of homemade St. Germain Champagne Pomegranate Spritzers

P.S. What are you doing for New Year’s? We’re either going to a party with people we don’t know who apparently just bought two cats (John and I are both allergic), or doing absolutely nothing. Either way it’s a win-win.

Happy (early) New Year!

Two tall glasses of St. Germain Spritzers with fresh pomegranate seeds

Glasses of St. Germain New Year's Spritzers made with pomegranate seeds

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Cutting board with a bowl of pomegranate arils beside fancy glasses filled with our St Germain Spritzers recipe
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St. Germain Pomegranate Spritzers

A spritzer of sparkling white wine, St. Germain elderflower liqueur, club soda and pomegranate juice. Pomegranate arils add a pop of color to this effortlessly delicious and simple cocktail.
Author: Minimalist Baker
Prep Time 2 minutes
Total Time 2 minutes
Servings: 1
Category: Beverage
Cuisine: Gluten-Free, Vegan
Freezer Friendly No
Does it keep? Best when fresh.

Ingredients

US Customary - Metric
  • 1 ounce pomegranate juice (chilled // 1 ounce = 2 Tbsp)
  • 4 ounces sparkling white wine (chilled // 4 ounces = 1/2 cup)
  • 1 ounce St. Germain elderflower liqueur (1 ounce = 2 Tbsp)
  • 2 ounces club soda (chilled // 2 ounces = 1/4 cup)
  • 1-2 Tbsp pomegranate seeds

Instructions

  1. To one serving glass, add pomegranate juice, St. Germain, sparkling white wine and top with club soda and a few pomegranate seeds.
  2. Taste and adjust ingredients as desired. Repeat for more servings.

Notes

*Nutrition information is a rough estimate.

Nutrition Per Serving (1 of 1)

  • Calories: 105
  • Sodium: 13mg
  • Carbohydrates: 5.8g
  • Sugar: 4g
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14 Comments 15 minutes or less, 7 ingredients or less, Beverage, Dairy-Free, Egg-Free, Fall, French-Inspired, Gluten Free, Holiday, No Bake, Nut-Free, One Bowl, Refined Sugar-Free, Soy-Free, Sweet (dessert), Vegan, Winter

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  1. Avatar for Beverlee BeldingBeverlee Belding says

    November 23, 2017 at 11:38 pm

    One of my fav bars serves this with lime juice and it is so refreshing. I love it. So glad to find the recipe.

    Reply
  2. Avatar for CarinaCarina says

    May 30, 2016 at 10:42 pm

    Hi, looks amazing! Where can I find the glases?

    Reply
    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      May 31, 2016 at 5:51 pm

      I believe World Market

      Reply
  3. Avatar for XixiXixi says

    May 28, 2016 at 7:36 am

    This looks wonderful. I am obsessed with those glasses you put the drinks in! Where did you buy them from?? :)

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  4. Avatar for CarriCarri says

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  5. Avatar for Jessica @ NutritiouliciousJessica @ Nutritioulicious says

    December 15, 2015 at 2:51 pm

    I love spritzers like this! Totally making this for the holidays! Gorgeous pics too!

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  6. Avatar for Linda GLinda G says

    October 10, 2014 at 6:47 pm

    I’ve wanted to try Elder Flower Liquor for years….tonight was the night! Great drink recipe will make again for guests tomorrow!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      October 10, 2014 at 9:38 pm

      Yay! Thanks Linda. Glad you liked it!

      Reply
  7. Avatar for MelanieMelanie says

    December 29, 2013 at 8:16 pm

    These look AMAZING! Happy New Year to you both!

    Reply
  8. Avatar for BillyBilly says

    December 28, 2013 at 8:51 pm

    1. Who buys cats?
    & 2. I want all of this.

    Reply
    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      December 29, 2013 at 5:07 pm

      3. This is why we love you.

      Reply
  9. Avatar for Averie @ Averie CooksAverie @ Averie Cooks says

    December 28, 2013 at 8:39 am

    Beautiful! Pinned! I love St Germain and champagne. I bet with the pom it’s even better!

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    • Avatar for Dana @ Minimalist BakerDana @ Minimalist Baker says

      December 28, 2013 at 11:41 am

      Thanks Averie!

      Reply
  10. Avatar for JanineJanine says

    December 28, 2013 at 8:33 am

    Yum, I love st. Germain liqueur – this recipe sounds amazing/ perfect for the holidays, thanks for sharing!

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