Tropical Shirley Temple

Submitted by gailanng

"A refreshing take on an old kid pleaser, except adults may love this version, too. Allow time for making the Pomegranate-Pineapple Simple Syrup the day before use."

 

• Ready In: 24mins
• Ingredients: 9
• Serves: 1

ingredients

• 2 ounces pomegranate-pineapple simple syrup (recipe below)
• 2 ounces pineapple juice
• ice
• carbonated lemon-lime beverage
• maraschino cherry

• Pomegranate-Pineapple Simple Syrup

• 1 (16 ounce) bottle pomegranate juice
• 3 1⁄2 cups sugar
• 6 whole cloves
• 6 ounces dried pineapple

directions

1. In a tall glass, stir together the syrup and juice. Fill the glass with ice, then top with soda and garnish with cherries.
2. Pomegranate-Pineapple Simple Syrup: In a medium saucepan over medium heat, combine pomegranate juice, sugar, cloves and dried pineapple. Bring to a boil, then remove from heat and let cool.
3. Transfer to an air-tight jar, cover and let sit overnight. Use a mesh strainer to strain syrup, discarding any solids. Return syrup to jar and refrigerate for up to 2 months. Makes about 4 cups.