Zero Proof Recipe: Amaro Apertivo

Amaro fans, this is for you. Reminiscent of Italian-style bitter liqueurs, the tannins from the pomegranate juice and teas in the cordial offer a dry mouthfeel, leaving a beguiling finish. I created this drink for POM Wonderful as an autumn/winter slow sipper.⁠
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Fruity on the nose and palate, the cordial is designed to be sipped over time, rather than finished at once. Enjoy it served over ice with just a spritz of freshly expressed lemon zest, or you can top it off with tonic for a charming zero-proof drink brimming with style and enchanting depth.⁠
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Add a large ice cube to a rocks glass. Pour 2 ounces chilled Fragrant Amaro.

Express lemon zest across the glass to scent the drink, then discard.

Optional serve: Splash with tonic water, to taste.

In a saucepan or heavy pot, add enough water to nearly fill, then bring to a gentle boil.

In a mason jar or plastic bag, combine teas, water and POM juice. Seal and gently cook in a water bath (sous vide) for two hours. Water in the pot should be hot and gently boiling; keep the heat at the lowest temperature, and check often that the water covers the mixture at all times.

Remove from heat and set aside to cool completely. Strain solids and pour into a clean container.

Cover and let cool to room temperature before using. Refrigerate if not using immediately.