Pomegranate and Lime Cocktails

• sugar↗1⁄4 cup
• water↗1⁄4 cup
• club soda↗1 cup
• unsweetened pomegranate juice↗1 cup
• vodka↗1⁄2 cup
• fresh key lime juice (about 3 limes)↗3 tablespoons
• crushed ice
• key lime slice (optional)

Step-by-step instructions

1. 1

   Combine sugar and 1/4 cup water in a small saucepan; bring to a boil. Reduce heat, and simmer 2 minutes or just until sugar dissolves. Remove from heat; cool.

2. 2

   Combine sugar syrup, club soda, pomegranate juice, vodka, and lime juice. Place crushed ice in a martini shaker; add about 3/4 cup pomegranate mixture. Cover and shake. Strain into a glass. Garnish with lime slice, if desired. Repeat procedure with remaining pomegranate mixture.