Persian Pomegranate Cooler

This is a typical Persian beverage that is enjoyed by many Iranis and has a flavor that is not unlike a cross between grape juice and lemonade with a touch of flowers. It truly has to be experienced to get the full understanding of how good it is, and it goes wonderfully as a complement to any Middle Eastern meal.

• Ready In: 5 mins
• Serves: 4

Ingredients

• 16  ounces pomegranate juice
• 4  ounces  fresh squeezed lemon juice
• 1  teaspoon  orange blossom water
• 1⁄4 cup sugar (or more, to taste)
• 20  ounces  club soda or 20  ounces sparkling water (or more, to taste)

Directions

1. (Note: can use fresh squeezed pomegranate juice or a commercial brand such as Pom, which is available year-round; orange blossom water should be available in Middle Eastern or Latino markets.) Mix together pomegranate juice, lemon juice, orange blossom water and sugar until sugar dissolves.
2. Pour 5 ounces of mixture into a glass and slowly add 5 ounces (or more to taste) of club soda, stirring slowly.
3. Add several ice cubes to chill, and serve.