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Pomegranate Ginger Saketini
Season: Autmn
Course: Drink
Serves: 2 adults
Category:
Kapha   Raw
Description

This beautiful, scarlet cocktail is also abundant in antioxidants from fresh pomegranate juice. Perfect in the autumn when pomegranates are at their peak. Just a touch of ginger is gorgeous, but too much will pierce the other flavors too strongly. Serve with a thin slice of pear. A touch of maple syrup is lovely, especially if the pomegranate is tart, but optional.

Ingredients
  • 1 pomegranate
  • 1 teaspoon finely chopped ginger
  • 1-2 teaspoons maple syrup (optional)
  • 4-8 ounces sake (rice wine), chilled
  • thin slices of pear
Procedure
  • Cut the pomegranate into quarters. Separate the seeds from the skin and pith. Place in a blender or food processor with ginger and maple (if desired). Blend until fairly smooth. It may be necessary to add a bit of sake to help get it going.
  • Pour through a strainer or sieve to separate the juice from the pulp. Press with the back of a large spoon to extract as much juice as possible. The strainer or sieve may be lined with cheesecloth which can be used to squeeze the pulp to extract as much juice as possible.
Service
  • Serve with a thin slice of pear if desired.