This fruity pomegranate mocktail combines fresh orange juice, sweet persimmon purée, and tart pomegranate juice with sparkling water for a bright, fall drink that’s ready in just 5 minutes. It’s an easy non-alcoholic option for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or any festive gathering.

This mocktail recipe is also a part of my Barely Buzzed series, so if you’re looking for more zero-proof drinks featuring pomegranate-forward flavors, then you’ll also love my Creamy Pomegranate Mocktail and Pomegranate Mocktail Sour.

Persimmon mocktail served in a stemmed glass with citrus garnish, surrounded by flowers and decor on a sunny table.

Quick Look: Persimmon Pomegranate Mocktail

  • ⏱  Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • ⏳ Total Time: 5 minutes
  • 🍽️ Servings: 1 cocktail 
  • 🍊 Flavor Profile: Bright, fruity, tart, sweet
  • 👌 Difficulty: Easy, perfect for (buzz-free) daytime parties and special occasions

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It’s no surprise that I love using seasonal ingredients in my recipes, and it’s officially persimmon season! This sweet, crisp, nutrient-dense fruit is delicious on its own, but even more so when incorporated into a beverage. So I created this fun, non-alcoholic drink that really feels special even without requiring much time or effort to make. The combination of seasonal persimmon, pomegranate, and orange gives this mocktail plenty of fall flavor, while sparkling water keeps it light and refreshing. I’d serve it at Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving when you want a festive drink that everyone can enjoy, and it’s easy to turn into a pitcher if you’re hosting a crowd.

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Why You’ll Love This Recipe

  • Quick and easy: This pomegranate mocktail comes together in just 5 minutes with no complicated cocktail techniques.
  • Perfect for fall entertaining (especially for those not drinking): Persimmon and pomegranate make this a naturally festive drink for Thanksgiving and Friendsgiving. And it’s also super easy to batch in a pitcher when hosting!
  • Bright and refreshing: Sweet persimmon and orange balance the tart pomegranate juice, while sparkling water adds a crisp finish.
  • Part of the Barely Buzzed series: A fun way to enjoy a thoughtfully crafted drink without alcohol.

Key Ingredients

See the recipe card for quantities.

  • Fresh orange juice: Adds bright citrus flavor and natural sweetness. Freshly squeezed orange juice works amazing here.
  • Persimmon purée: The seasonal ingredient that gives this mocktail its soft, sweet fruit flavor and beautiful fall color. Cubed and peel ripe persimmon and blend it with a splash of water until smooth. 
  • Pomegranate juice: Adds tartness and a deep ruby-red color. Look for 100% pomegranate juice (like the brand POM) for the best flavor.
  • Sparkling water: Lightens up the fruit juices and gives the drink a refreshing bubbly finish. LaCroix is my go to. 
Easy Persimmon Pomegranate Mocktail served in a stemmed glass with dried citrus garnish, surrounded by flowers and decor on a sunny table.

Substitutions & Variations

  • Make it sweeter: If your persimmon isn’t very ripe or you prefer a sweeter drink, add more orange juice or a small amount of simple syrup or honey syrup.
  • Persimmon swap: If persimmon isn’t in season, try peach or mango puree.
  • Make it a pitcher: Multiply the ingredients by the number of guests and combine the juices and persimmon purée in a pitcher ahead of time. Add sparkling water just before serving so it stays bubbly.
  • Make it a cocktail: For guests who want alcohol, this could easily be adapted with a splash of vodka, gin, or sparkling wine.

How to Make Easy Persimmon Pomegranate Mocktail

Step 1: Make the persimmon purée

Peel and dice a ripe persimmon and add it to a blender with a splash of water. Blend until completely smooth, adding a little more water as needed to create a pourable consistency. Strain through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any solids.

Step 2: Build the mocktail

Add ice to a wine glass. Pour in the fresh orange juice, persimmon purée, and pomegranate juice. Stir with a bar spoon to combine.

Step 2: Add the bubbles

Top the glass with sparkling water and give it a gentle stir. Garnish with a persimmon slice, dehydrated lemon wheel, and a few sage leaves.

Carolyn’s Tips for Making Easy Persimmon Pomegranate Mocktail

  • Use a ripe persimmon: The riper the fruit, the sweeter and smoother your homemade purée will be.
  • Add sparkling water last: If making these for a gathering, combine the juices and purée ahead of time, but wait to add sparkling water until serving so the bubbles are fresh.
  • Use 100% pomegranate juice: This gives the drink a more natural tart pomegranate flavor without unnecessary added sweetness.
  • For a crowd: Multiply the recipe and serve it from a pitcher for an easy Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving drink.
  • Spike it: Try it with Aperol, limoncello, gin or sparkling wine.

Easy Persimmon Pomegranate Mocktail FAQs

What is a pomegranate mocktail made of?

A pomegranate mocktail can be made with pomegranate juice, citrus juice, sparkling water, and other fresh fruit or syrups. This version combines pomegranate juice with orange juice, persimmon purée, and sparkling water for a seasonal fall drink.

How do you make persimmon purée for cocktails?

To make persimmon purée, blend diced ripe persimmon with a small splash of water until smooth and pourable. Strain the purée through a fine-mesh strainer to remove any remaining solids.

What fruits pair well with persimmons? 

Specifically in mocktails/cocktails, persimmons pair well with citrus, pome fruits, and tropical fruits due to their mild, honey-like sweetness. In this recipe, orange cuts through the rich, silky texture of ripe persimmon puree, and pomegranate adds a sharp, jewel-toned tartness and deep fruit flavor that fits well into the holiday season.

What is a good non-alcoholic drink for Thanksgiving?

Fruit-forward mocktails are a great non-alcoholic option for Thanksgiving. This persimmon pomegranate mocktail combines seasonal fall flavors with sparkling water, making it festive enough for the holiday while still being light and refreshing.

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Easy Persimmon Pomegranate Mocktail served in a stemmed glass with dried citrus garnish, surrounded by flowers and decor on a sunny table.
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Easy Persimmon Pomegranate Mocktail

Servings: 1
Prep: 5 minutes
This fruity pomegranate mocktail combines fresh orange juice, sweet persimmon purée, and tart pomegranate juice with sparkling water for a bright, fall drink that’s ready in just 5 minutes. It’s an easy non-alcoholic option for Thanksgiving, Friendsgiving, or any festive gathering.
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Ingredients
 

  • 2 oz fresh orange juice
  • 1½ oz persimmon purée
  • 1 ½ oz pomegranate juice
  • 4 oz sparkling water
  • Persimmon slice, dehydrated lemon wheel and sage, for garnish

Equipment

Instructions
 

  • To a wine glass with ice, add orange juice, persimmon purée and pomegranate juice. Stir to combine. Top with sparkling water.
  • If desired, garnish a persimmon slice, dehydrated lemon wheel and sage leaves.

Notes

  • Use a ripe persimmon: The riper the fruit, the sweeter and smoother your homemade purée will be.
  • Add sparkling water last: If making these for a gathering, combine the juices and purée ahead of time, but wait to add sparkling water until serving so the bubbles are fresh.
  • Use 100% pomegranate juice: This gives the drink a more natural tart pomegranate flavor without unnecessary added sweetness.
  • For a crowd: Multiply the recipe and serve it from a pitcher for an easy Thanksgiving or Friendsgiving drink.
  • Spike it: Try it with Aperol, limoncello, gin or sparkling wine.
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