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    Home » Drinks

    Homemade Pomegranate Juice

    Published: Nov 20, 2019 · Modified: Nov 10, 2022 by Archana · This post may contain affiliate links · As an Amazon Associate I earn from qualifying purchases · 36 Comments

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    Sparkly, crisp, and vibrant, are the buzzwords that instantly come to mind when I behold a glass of freshly extracted deep-red pomegranate juice. One of the most refreshing drinks, this sweet and tart juice is superbly satisfying and is a treasure trove of health benefits. 

    Cups full of the best pomegranate juice recipe ever
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    • Mom's Homemade Pomegranate Juice
    • Pomegranate health benefits
    • How To Peel Pomegranates
    • How to Store Pomegranate Seeds/Arils
    • Tips for the BEST Pomegranate Juice
    • How to Make Pomegranate Juice
    • Storing
    • More Homemade Fresh Fruit Drinks You'll Love
    • Recipe

    My grandmother always said, that the best way to get your daily dose of essential nutrients, is by consuming seasonal fruits and vegetables in abundance. We were blessed. My father owns a large farm on which he grows top-quality seasonal produce. He is particularly fond of growing pomegranates, and I have happy memories of running through acres of stunning pomegranate orchards blooming with gorgeous fruit.

    Dad in pomegranate orchard
    My Dad - Summer 2019 in his Pomegranate orchard

    My dad would bring home crates of freshly harvested plump pomegranates. He would then patiently de-seed them for us to enjoy. Needless to say, our winter days began with a glass of my mom's best homemade pomegranate juice. My mom carefully stored the unused arils and used them to garnish quite a few dishes she cooked throughout the day.

    Here are some of the recipes that I love to garnish with pomegranate seeds, it makes any dish look colorful and festive:

    • Whole Roasted Cauliflower
    • Yogurt Rice
    • Aloo Chaat
    pomegranate juice in a wine glass with mint leaves

    Mom's Homemade Pomegranate Juice

    Why would my mom's pomegranate juice recipe be the best, you may wonder? It is usually that one magic ingredient that sets a recipe apart from the others. In this case, it is the technique with which she juices the red arils and sprinkles just the right amount of salt, that defines and accentuates the refreshing flavor and color.

    pomegranate juice in 2 wine glasses, with 2 starws on the side and a few pomegranates and mint leaves next to the glasses

    Pomegranate health benefits

    • Reduces inflammation because it has very high levels of antioxidants
    • Helps build immunity since it is rich in potassium, vitamin C, and  E
    • Is a great source of fiber
    • Is low in calories
    Pomegranate cut open into 4 wedges

    How To Peel Pomegranates

    Step 1: Wash the fruit and pat dry with a kitchen towel. Cut off the top crown and scoop out a bit of the yellow portion right below the cut crown area. Make shallow slits on the bumpy portions of the fruit. With minimum pressure, pull apart each section. You will have the fruit apart in 5 to 6 sections (photos 1 - 4).

    steps one through four of peeling a pomegranate

    Step 2: Pull out the outer peel from each section. Gently push the seeds/arils out with your fingers (and not nails) working on one section at a time. You will notice that most of the peel and extra membrane come off easily and the arils start to fall out into the bowl with minimum effort photos (5 - 8).

    steps five through eight of peeling a pomegranate

    Slitting the fruit in this manner separates the inner membrane from the arils and makes it easy to deseed the fruit

    How to Store Pomegranate Seeds/Arils

    The best way to store peeled pomegranate arils is to keep them in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 8 days. I would recommend not washing the seeds, as water makes the arils turn soggy and brown.

    peeled pomegranate seeds in a white bole
    Pomegranate arils

    Tips for the BEST Pomegranate Juice

    • The best way to juice pomegranates is by pulsing the seeds in a blender just until the juice starts to separate from the seeds. Make sure that the inside seeds do not get crushed.
    • Buy pomegranates at a wholesale store like Costco or Whole Foods
    • October through December is the best time to buy pomegranates in the U.S
    • There are lots of videos online showing how to peel pomegranates in a big bowl of water. While this method works, you will have to consume the seeds right away as the wet seeds start to get bad quickly.
    homemade pomegranate juice served  in a glass

    How to Make Pomegranate Juice

    • Add pomegranate seeds with water to the blender. Pulse for 5-10 seconds. Do NOT pulse for too long as the seeds may start to break down. Pulse until the Juice starts separating from the seed. Pour the juice through a strainer. Using the back of a spoon gently press the seeds down so all the juice is separated from the seeds photos (1 - 4).
    Steps one through four of making pomegranate juice at home
    • Add 1 cup of water or 1 cup of seltzer water to the strained juice. Add a pinch of salt and sugar. Mix well and enjoy (photos 5 - 6).
    steps five through eight of making pomegranate juice

    Storing

    Pomegranate juice can be made ahead and refrigerated for 1 to 2 days.

    With the upcoming holiday season, I’d really love for you to try this juice and add it to your Thanksgiving spread. The pop color will go well with the autumn theme and this will be a well-loved family drink along with these delicious party starters.

    More Homemade Fresh Fruit Drinks You'll Love

    • Fresh Watermelon Juice
    • Homemade Ginger Lemonade
    • Aam Panna
    • Homemade Electrolyte drink

    Want more fun recipes? Enjoy this collection of homemade beverages that include my favorite drinks for every occasion!

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    Homemade Pomegranate juice

    Homemade fresh pomegranate juice. 
    Prep Time10 mins
    Total Time10 mins
    Course: Energy drink
    Cuisine: Indian
    Servings: 2
    Calories: 151kcal
    Author: Archana Mundhe

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups pomegranate seeds
    • 2 cups still water/seltzer water divided
    • ¼ teaspoon salt
    • 2 teaspoons sugar optional

    Instructions

    • Add pomegranate seeds with 1 cup water to the blender. Pulse for 5-10 seconds or just until the juice starts separating from the seeds. Do NOT pulse for too long as the seeds may start to break down.
    • Pour the juice through a strainer. Using the back of a spoon gently press the seeds down so all the juice is separated from the seeds.
    • Add more water as per taste (or seltzer water) to the strained juice. Add a pinch of salt and sugar. Mix well. Serve chilled.

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    Nutrition

    Calories: 151kcal | Carbohydrates: 34g | Protein: 2g | Fat: 1g | Sodium: 4mg | Potassium: 387mg | Fiber: 6g | Sugar: 26g | Vitamin C: 16.7mg | Calcium: 16mg | Iron: 0.5mg
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    Author: Archana

    Hey there! I am a techie turned recipe developer, cooking instructor, and food blogger. I love food and enjoy developing easy and healthy recipes for busy lifestyles. I live in New Jersey with my husband and two sons.
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    1. Priya@MasalaVegan says

      November 10, 2016 at 4:45 pm

      Love the colour of the pomegranate juice, absolutely stunning!

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 10, 2016 at 4:46 pm

        Thank you Priya! It is so healthy for you too

        Reply
    2. Freda @ Aromatic essence says

      November 10, 2016 at 9:37 pm

      Lovely clicks 🙂

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 10, 2016 at 10:02 pm

        Thank you Freda!

        Reply
    3. autistsix says

      November 10, 2016 at 11:37 pm

      Pomegranates are my favourite fruit. By the way thank you so much for the marvelous & generous recipes you give to us.

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 10, 2016 at 11:44 pm

        Thank you! I am so glad that you are enjoying my blog posts

        Reply
    4. Anu Yalo says

      November 12, 2016 at 3:39 am

      refreshing drink and cool clicks!!

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 13, 2016 at 8:01 pm

        Thank you Anu!

        Reply
    5. Loretta says

      November 13, 2016 at 4:26 pm

      How wonderful that your Father owns pomegranate trees in India. I'll bet the results yielded some fresh, colorful and delicious fruit. Love your recipe for the juice, I have a pomegranate in the kitchen waiting to be used up 🙂

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 13, 2016 at 8:02 pm

        Thank you Loretta. Yes nothing like having a glass of refreshing homemade juice from your own Pom trees. I hope you give this a try, I would love to know how you like it.

        Reply
    6. This Cake is Desi says

      November 14, 2016 at 2:06 pm

      Craving this now..

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 14, 2016 at 3:02 pm

        Thank you! I hope you give it a try. Super easy to make, yet so healthy and delish!!

        Reply
    7. chef mimi says

      December 07, 2016 at 9:49 am

      Absolutely gorgeous photos!

      Reply
      • Archana says

        December 07, 2016 at 4:46 pm

        Thank you mimi!

        Reply
    8. Laura says

      November 20, 2018 at 5:27 pm

      I only really discovered pomegranate last Autumn Archana - kept adding the seeds to salads. But how lucky you are to have them in abundance when you visit your father's farm. This is a keeper for me to try when they're back in season! I reckon it would also work with some sparkling wine in place of the water! 🙂5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 20, 2018 at 6:30 pm

        Yes! The juice is delicious with plain or sparlink water.

        Reply
    9. FARIDA BANU says

      December 06, 2018 at 9:33 am

      Healthy drink.5 stars

      Reply
    10. Bettie LaneWatt says

      November 09, 2020 at 8:44 pm

      I learned from my grandma how to easily get pomegranate seeds out of hull.

      She’d take a metal spoon insert in top of fruit & twist, break it apart.

      Use a wooden spoon to tap on hull with seeds facile down in palm of hand. Tap until all seeds come out.

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 10, 2020 at 10:19 am

        That is a good technique. Thank you for sharing with us.

        Reply
    11. Maria Bongiovanni says

      November 12, 2020 at 4:11 pm

      What do you do with the leftover pulp from the strainer?

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 13, 2020 at 4:50 pm

        There will be only seeds left that I throw out

        Reply
    12. Lakshmy says

      November 19, 2020 at 4:37 pm

      Which juicer do you use?

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 19, 2020 at 5:37 pm

        I am using Blendtec. I will add it to the recipe card.

        Reply
    13. HK says

      November 20, 2020 at 3:49 am

      How long can the juice be stored?

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 20, 2020 at 12:18 pm

        Refrigerated but consume within 24 hours

        Reply
    14. Manisha Ghodke says

      December 13, 2020 at 5:49 pm

      Thank you Archana! It was delicious!5 stars

      Reply
    15. Kishori says

      January 08, 2021 at 2:26 pm

      That trick of cutting pomegranate is so amazing . Its so easy now. I love how you make things so simple. Thankyou.5 stars

      Reply
    16. Zoe says

      January 22, 2021 at 3:22 am

      Thank you for the recipe and advice.

      Living in Crete/Greece makes it easy to find fresh pomegranate.

      After juicing with an citrus press (in the kitchen sink if you do not want red freckles) and also a blender I find it best to juice the seeds with a centrifuge, which really only leaves the seeds without pulp and gives a clear juice as opposed to blending the seeds, even carefully, resulting in a milky juice. But the latter will contain more of the nutrients and also bitternes. 3 kg of pomegranates in the centrifuge give on average 1 l juice.
      I freeze the juice in 0.5 l bottles and am happy with the result.5 stars

      Reply
    17. Ann Wee says

      January 23, 2021 at 12:53 am

      Can I blend promegranate seeds with ice and drink whole without straining?

      Reply
      • Archana says

        January 27, 2021 at 10:52 am

        sure!

        Reply
    18. Gary Bowman says

      February 15, 2021 at 9:43 am

      Hi....️ I was wondering if you could help me (I know, many have tried and all have failed ), I can drink strong black coffee ☕, I love cranberry juice, I can do shots of Vodka...., but lately I've been trying to drink a mere 8 oz of pomegranate juice for it's healthy contributions and I'm having a miserable time getting it down , I buy the store bought containers and it is beyond "pleasant". What can I add to 8oz to make it more palatable....

      Reply
      • Archana says

        February 16, 2021 at 10:13 pm

        I would add seltzer water!

        Reply
    19. monika Agwani says

      November 22, 2021 at 11:07 pm

      Love love it so refreshing and healthy. Pomegranate is my fav fruit. Thank you so much for the quick and easy recipe.5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        November 28, 2021 at 5:45 pm

        Thank you Monika!

        Reply
    20. Rhonda K Lynch says

      January 16, 2022 at 9:32 pm

      I follow you on Pinterest and your recipes are Sooooo good!!! I wanted to find this for my Dad, this is perfect! Thank you!5 stars

      Reply
      • Archana says

        January 17, 2022 at 11:25 am

        Thank you so much! Your Dad will love this homemade Pomegranate juice.

        Reply

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