Grenadine Taste Test - which syrup to buy?

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UPDATE: I've now released my own grenadine! Check it out 👉 beveragemixers.com/products/g...
It’s time for a grenadine showdown! For years I’ve used my homemade grenadine syrup behind the bar - so when I started receiving requests for store-bought grenadine recommendations, I knew it was time to sample some commercial brands side-by-side. I decided to do this in three rounds - on their own, in a Shirley Temple, and mixed into a simple cocktail with a full-flavored Jamaican rum and lime juice. I was surprised at how the bottles differed with each application!
If you still want to make your own homemade grenadine, check out my easy recipe in the syrups video ( • 4 EASY to Make Cocktai... ).
For more on the history of grenadine, here are a few fascinating articles that have stirred up some recent conversations on the syrup’s true origins:
“What is Grenadine Made From?” by Darcy O’Neil:
www.artofdrink.com/blog/what-...
“Grenadine Syrup: More Than Just Red Simple” by Libation Legacy:
libationlegacy.wordpress.com/...
“Grenadine Syrup: Another Dive into the Red Simple” by Libation Legacy:
libationlegacy.wordpress.com/...
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TIME STAMPS
Intro: 0:00
Explanation / Homemade Grenadine: 1:15
Round 1 - Shots: 2:01
Round 2 - The Shirley Temple: 6:46
Round 3 - Cocktail Application: 9:47
The Winners / Conclusion: 15:18
THE LINEUP
Rose’s Grenadine Syrup: amzn.to/2RFPliD
Stirrings Authentic Grenadine: amzn.to/3mPGw0Y
Liber & Co Real Grenadine: amzn.to/3uVvzxK
Liquid Alchemist Real Grenadine: amzn.to/32kEegY
BG Reynold’s Lush Grenadine Bar Syrup: amzn.to/3trOik8
Monin Grenadine: amzn.to/3uQJ6Xx
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@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Shots of sugar anyone? What I really like to see in grenadine is tartness that can hold up in cocktails and offers more than just sweetness. Do you have a favorite grenadine you swear by? Side note: These are my preferences, but I encourage you to experiment and form your own opinion around what works best for you!

@UnclePete 3 жыл бұрын

I make my own of course. I use pomagranate molassas, and orange blossom water. Usually 1:1. I've done it with cranberry as a flavor boost. thats pretty good. Fun Vid!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Oh I bet the cranberry is pretty tasty in there - I'll have to give it a try. Thanks, Pete!

@QuiznosBear 3 жыл бұрын

For me (probably because of locality) it's Joaquin's. I was actually really surprised to see it absent from your list. Speaking of Joaquin's, have you ever heard of or used Kummel? I happen to be picking some up today on a curiosity buy, no clue what I'm gonna do with the stuff, and can barely find any info online about it.

@RandallVanBemmel 3 жыл бұрын

Where do you get the Collins glasses used for the Shirley Temples? I like them!

@BR279 2 жыл бұрын

Why not a blind taste test? I think that would eliminate any subconscious biases.

@ThomasS17 3 жыл бұрын

What surprised me most in this video was that you have 7 sets of shakers at home :D

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

There are some things I can get a little overkill with 😂

@patrickols 3 жыл бұрын

Yes but does he have seven strainers?

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

@@patrickols No he does not 😂

@rosskline 2 жыл бұрын

Haha same

@liberandco 3 жыл бұрын

Great video--we loved watching it! Thanks for including us :)

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for making a delicious syrup 😊 cheers!

@nicholasbucci1159 3 жыл бұрын

Wouldn't expect a thank you from Liquid Alchemist

@codyc3774 2 жыл бұрын

Made me a customer if I'm not making my own.

@OneImperfectSaint 2 жыл бұрын

Yours is the one I've bought personally for years. Thank you Liber and Co

@joshuacaulfield 10 ай бұрын

I just ordered a Liber bottle to test against what I am using now. So, long tail….

@p3rp351 3 жыл бұрын

Never knew Rose’s was corn syrup and Red dye. No wonder it’s the only one sold at my grocery store.

@TrufflesOnTheRocks 3 жыл бұрын

That was just so much fun to watch! Cheers!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Jean-Félix! Cheers to you!

@DonjaDude 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! I’d love to see more like this. I’m impressed with the thoroughness of comparison across different drinks.

@LaVonDesigns Жыл бұрын

This was awesome to see. Thanks for the deep dive.

@michaellester90 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for doing this, very useful. Great job.

@kalebl0ng 6 ай бұрын

Love your homemade grenadine recipe in a blinker so good

@pauldegregorio6432 2 жыл бұрын

Great vids! You are so likable to boot!

@padraicbrady 2 жыл бұрын

What I love about this video is that grenadine was the very first syrup I encountered making cocktails where I questioned the quality. My Bols Grenadine (Europe) seemed to overpower the cocktails with candy sweetness. Short of a good "real" option, it looks like homemade in small batches is the way to go.

@abbabbcbbcbb 3 жыл бұрын

New to you channel but I absolutely love these videos it's clear you know your stuff when it comes to drinks and I love hearing what you have to talk about, keep it up!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! Glad you're enjoying the channel. Cheers!

@lygillis1 3 жыл бұрын

Haven't finished watching yet and I already know I will be making your homemade grenadine. Thanks for the awesome videos.😘

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Please do! I hope you love it as much as I do - it's wonderful mixed in cocktails!

@bradhart2 2 жыл бұрын

I love your recipe. I also like the bright red color for some of my party drinks. So when I make a batch, I split it and add a few drops of red food color to half the mix for the fun cocktails.

@zachh2213 2 жыл бұрын

The science project is the coolest cocktail name ever; we can’t just gloss over that

@gyangearon8729 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this. I was going to go shopping for grenadine this weekend for some new cocktails that need it. :)

@jasonethridge 3 жыл бұрын

Liber & Co definitely makes some fine syrups. I use their orgeat and passion fruit. I actually get my grenadine from a local (left coast) company; Sonoma Syrup Co. I know I should make my own but, you know, laziness.

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I'll have to look to see if I can get the Sonoma Syrup Co grenadine - I'm curious to try it. Thanks for the tip, Jason!

@gooner9038 2 жыл бұрын

Liber & Co. really does knock it out of the park. Their grapefruit shrub is mighty fine and their gum syrup is great, too, if you don't have time to make your own.

@schreyerplace 6 ай бұрын

Liber & Co. is great. Their orgeat is great. I also saw they offer a Tonic syrup that I want to get to up my G & T game.

@snowbird4788 2 жыл бұрын

Love your videos!

@mattt481 2 жыл бұрын

Great video! Wish I saw this a week ago when I decided on stirrings though lol maybe I’ll make yours now :)

@SRS6779 2 жыл бұрын

This looks like a fun experiment to do with my son (Shirley Temples) and my wife (cocktail). Good vid and thanks for the new basic cocktail to try!

@brianruss5986 2 жыл бұрын

This was an awesome video for me in that (a) I love side-by-side tastings, and (b) I really don't know that much about grenadine. As a Portlander I was pulling for BG Reynolds, I've used several of his other products and they're all great (but I've never tried his grenadine). I think I might be ready to try your homemade recipe. Thanks again for another great video!

@Aleph-Noll Ай бұрын

im a fan of liber and co products like their almond syrup, ill have to try their grenadine

@Amethyst72893 2 жыл бұрын

Love those tasting glasses!

@naomiw1490 2 жыл бұрын

So appreciate this. Had the pleasure of making our own with your recipe but you know you'll use it a couple times then... It's like the difference between fresh citrus juice and the bottled stuff

@JSOS 3 жыл бұрын

The best video on grenadine. I don't remember how store-bought grenadine taste as I make my own at home. Don't think I can ever go back to mass-produced grenadine. Homemade is always a winner.

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I'm the same way - I didn't know how the store-bought stacked up. I was blown away at how different they are not only from homemade grenadine, but from each other! Thanks, Georgi!

@bottomshelfdav 3 жыл бұрын

first time checking out the channel, nice video broski just subbed!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Glad you enjoyed the video! Thank you so much!

@lars2894 9 ай бұрын

Thanks you SO MUCH for this Anders! Just upgraded my $3 Rose syrup to Liber&Co Grendaine and Orgeat and honestly they are worth the extra cost

@maitaioneon 3 жыл бұрын

Very nicely done.

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Nathan - thank you!

@TheSpiritoftheCocktail 3 жыл бұрын

ANDERS!!! Sweet video. I don't really use grenadine that often, but now I know which to buy, if I don't make my own. THANKS!!!!!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Cheers, Tim!! Glad this could help you out. If you're up for it, definitely try making your own - you won't go back!

@TheSpiritoftheCocktail 3 жыл бұрын

@@AndersErickson Yes, I'm to make my own first. Thanks again!!

@Indreju 3 жыл бұрын

Would have been really interesting to try the final cocktail a Jack Rose. Fun video!

@lesliebowles3649 27 күн бұрын

You are a brave man!

@Victor-kh5rh 3 жыл бұрын

It would be interesting to replace the rose water in your grenadine with hibiscus flowers for color while still giving some subtle floral notes.

@Praephyr 3 жыл бұрын

Well actually the first grenadine was made with pomegranates but it was "replaced" (at least here in France) with a combination of red fruits with lemon juice. That's why I was confused to see you using pomegranate for your homemade. Also if you are interested about various syrups, you can go take a look at all the Monin syrups, it can be worth the time. Edit: checked on their site, they have a pomegranate syrup

@geoffreyspagnolo2910 11 ай бұрын

Oui je suis d'accord avec toi c'est vrai que la grenadine en France n'a rien à voir

@yaboirico5221 10 ай бұрын

I'm honestly surprised grenadine could be anything besides pomegranate. In Spanish "pomegranate" is "granada" it seems like that would be the root word for grenadine. romance language things I guess.

@Praephyr 10 ай бұрын

@@yaboirico5221 It is the root word, "grenade" in french, the red fruits one was named because it reminded some of pomegranate, it is related just not the same thing.

@K1P9M6I9 3 жыл бұрын

JUst fun. Thanks

@marygodlewski8609 3 жыл бұрын

This was a very helpful video. We don't make many cocktails that use grenadine so I feel like homemade would just languish in the back of the fridge, right next to the bottle of Rose's we bought for something. I'm intrigued by the Liber & Co.

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I'm so glad you found the video helpful! I really liked the Liber & Co. and if you're used to using Rose's grenadine, I think you'll see it offers so much more in the cocktail. Thanks for the comment - and happy mixing!

@dernubenfrieken5765 3 жыл бұрын

Liber and Co has been my go to for cordials and syrups, haven't had the grenadine but glad to hear it holds up!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

It really did! This was my first time tasting anything by them, curious to try their other products.

@dernubenfrieken5765 3 жыл бұрын

@@AndersErickson the blood orange cordial is a favorite of mine.

@Alexcrack-bn5uy 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! Literally I work selling Monin syrups, they are a lot!

@MichaelAlthauser 2 жыл бұрын

Love that you had enough shakers for all of those drinks, and then immediately wondered if you rinsed out the strainer between each glass lol.

@Kimmie9553 2 жыл бұрын

The cocktail you “made” is actually already a drink - rum, citrus juice, and grenadine is a Bacardi cocktail. The name is quite confusing but I like making them at home when I want a drink but want something super simple and quick to throw together

@nathangayle 3 жыл бұрын

Thank youu for this honestly

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely! It was a fun experiment. Cheers!

@nathangayle8198 3 жыл бұрын

@@AndersErickson absolutely well I follow you with both accounts just cant miss a upload

@OneImperfectSaint 2 жыл бұрын

I accidentally read the cocktail as a Bacardi cocktail. I love the equal parts with the lime. I've bought several bottles of liber and co, but I'm now contemplating the idea of making my own. Cheers!

@JermaineAuNatural 2 жыл бұрын

Shirley Temple is my favorite nonalcoholic drink. This was a fun experiment. I’ll have to checkout your syrup video

@David-mg8zu 3 жыл бұрын

Hey Anders, amazing video as always. Once I randomly bought grenadine from a Turkish shop. It was the best thing ever, so rich and tart. It was aged in a barrel. Unfortunately it was used up way too quickly, and I never found the same product again. 🤣

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Barrel aged grenadine?! That sounds incredible! I would have used it up too 😂 the tartness is really what I look for in grenadine. Would have loved to try it!

@onuralpcakr305 Жыл бұрын

Do you know the brand so I can get it in Turkey?

@xevilashx 2 жыл бұрын

I got an upset stomach just watching this. Thanks for taking one for the team!

@jessewicker5145 2 жыл бұрын

Interesting note on "natural flavors": I work for an environmental consulting firm and while doing work at a plant that processed pine trees, I learned that pine oil distillates were used to make "natural cherry flavors" The site was so disgusting to work on that I won't touch any cherry flavored food item unless its an actual cherry. It wouldn't surprise me if it's what's used in the bookend Grenadines.

@swirlingabyss 9 ай бұрын

Do you know the only difference between a natural and artificial flavor? The source, and only the source. You can have the same chemical, but if it was extracted from a plant or animal, it's natural. If it was synthesized, it's artificial, even if they're the same final product.

@brysonbam679 2 жыл бұрын

Great video, thanks for the info... but absolutely hilarious how you turned into Batman at 11:46🤣🤣🤣😂

@ThiagoGasparino 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks for this public service! Very useful, really. I checked the label of the Monin "Grenadine" at my grocery store the other day, and there is no pomegranate in it. Here in Brazil I think they are required to list more information on the label, and it said there's 10% fruit juice, from various berries. You could just look at the front of the label, that's what's in it. IIRC it's like blackcurrant, raspberry and blackberry (and maybe elderberries? not sure), plus vanilla.

@sullysopus 2 жыл бұрын

I use quite a few of Liber and Co.'s products at my home bar and I find them very top notch. Slainte!

@GriffoneDoro 2 жыл бұрын

I couldn’t find the traditional red currant syrup for an Artist’s Special, so I settled on the Liber & Co Grenadine. It works very well.

@thurstonftheiii9451 4 ай бұрын

When I make homemade grenadine, my recipe is similar to Anders, but I do use hibiscus (Jamaica) flowers at the end and let it steep in the liquid for a minute to get the natural red color and a little bit of tart. It doesn’t take many to get the red color.

@DrinkInDigital 3 жыл бұрын

We definitely swear by orange blossom water (a la Liber & Co) for our home-made grenadine! Great information throughout

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! I agree - the subtle floral notes are wonderful in grenadine. Cheers!

@Dreadded 3 жыл бұрын

My at home go to cocktail is usually just Pom juice, vodka or bourbon depending on mood, a couple of drops of orange oil topped off with seltzer water. I’m gonna make the homemade grenadine instead and see how it goes. Great vid Anders and Az!!!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I love it - your drink sounds so refreshing! Hope you enjoy the homemade grenadine. Cheers, Brad!

@scottcunningham5425 11 ай бұрын

My son and I do a cocktail oriented podcast and often we just don't have the time to make out own syrups. Lieber&CO is our fall back grenadine, hands down.

@alaharon1233 Жыл бұрын

Here in Boston what I can find is Daily's, Giroux, Rose's, Master of Mixes, Favorite Day (Target brand), Powell & Mahoney, Stirrings, Jack Rudy, Yes Cocktail Co, and Small Hand Foods. Dunno if I'm just not looking hard enough

@RobsHomeBar 3 жыл бұрын

Nice video! I finally bought a "better" brand of grenadine.. although I still keep the Rose's around, my wife likes it :P ...I rarely make my own as I just don't use grenadine often so it's just not worth it.. Great video as always Anders!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Rob! Haha I really do think Rose’s is a classic in its own way! I guess it all really just comes down to personal preference. Cheers to you!

@TikiDrinksatHome 3 жыл бұрын

Anders, this was great! The thing I don't like though is I haven't seen most of these grenadine brands in my area so I can't just run out and grab them. Lol. To the interwebs I go!!!!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

It’s so true. Even here in Chicago I had to do some serious hunting for a few of the brands. I hope you find the ones you want!

@Coasterdude02149 3 жыл бұрын

Great video! And I agree, home-made is always best. I don't use grenadine in anything I make but I'd do your home-made one if I did. Liber & Co. if I didn't have time to make my own.

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent! I hope you're able to try both. They're different, but fun to compare!

@Jonathonarmour 3 жыл бұрын

awesome!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Sweeeet 🤤

@itsallaboutthecocktail 3 жыл бұрын

I know which one not to buy, that's for sure. Damn, you really got great results and engagement on this video. 🍹🍸

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Maybe people just like watching blood sugar levels spike 😂

@stephane.foisy.186 3 жыл бұрын

Sorry the Shirley Temple was missing the plastic sword and bright red cherries!!! Great informative video! My goto is Small Hands Foods though I do not use grenadine often.

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I'm going to have to try the Small Hands Foods grenadine - a few people have said they really like it. Thanks, Stephane! And I thought the same thing about the plastic swords and cherries! I didn't want to wipe out my cherry supply though 😂

@DJ-fn3jm 2 жыл бұрын

I also love making my own grenadine. But I don't like the brownish color. I also do a lot of baking. SOOOOOO I put 2 or 3 drops of natural red gel food coloring into the bottle. 😁

@mkh8076 2 жыл бұрын

Now I'm looking askance at my Campari. Why is it so red? Should I use another amaro? I love your videos, thank you!

@HighKingTurgon Жыл бұрын

The liquid alchemist is surprisingly pretty in the up drink! Almost like a Trinidad Sour!

@emiltochilovsky6459 2 жыл бұрын

You could probably improve the color of your homemade one by making your own juice reduction (i use Pom) instead of molases. Mine comes out pretty red. Takes a bit of time but worth the effort i think.

@BOYVIRGO666 3 жыл бұрын

Iv had all of these at one point or another. I tend to enjoy Monin if im doing something simple, but Liber and Co reliably makes great product. They are just expensive

@voak4442 2 жыл бұрын

I so love watching your videos! Informative and fantastically entertaining!! Keep sharing and we will keep learning 😊

@AngryCocktails 3 жыл бұрын

I'm with you - home made 100%

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Absolutely. Fun experiment though!

@Urotsukidoji1 2 жыл бұрын

I never seen any other grenadine besides Rose's, never new there were other brands.

@krisyallowega5487 Жыл бұрын

Whenever someone mentions grenadine I get flashbacks to when I first started tending bar. It seemed every place had a 25lb box of grenadine syrup or powder collecting dust in the corner of the walk-in cooler.

@1MrJJT 3 жыл бұрын

Great video Anders! Actually, I believe instead of the Monin Grenadine a better choice would be the Monin Pomegranate Syrup. After all, pomegranate is what the taste profile should be based on. The ingredients are Pure Cane Sugar, Water, Natural Flavors, Citric Acid, and Natural Pomegranate Flavor. I hope if you ever do round two you try this one, as I am curious about your thoughts!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I wasn't aware of the pomegranate syrup by Monin - thanks!

@simonsmith8149 3 жыл бұрын

I wonder which of these would be best for a Monaco shandy ? I tend to use Monin as it's the easiest for me to get hold of, but might experiment with some of the others.

@Exanimis11 2 жыл бұрын

Note the bubble/head color for which ones have strong dyes.

@aurelienlevecq 2 жыл бұрын

yeah look the fruits on the monin bottle. in france people associate grenanadie with other fruits (raspberry,strawberry etc)

@michaels6846 3 жыл бұрын

I was hoping to learn where you got those shot glasses/ mini glasses from

@VoixObscure 3 жыл бұрын

Interesting video, I definitely need to try out some more brands, just for fun :) . That beeing said, I really like the "Smuggler's Cove Grenadine" from the book by Martin Cate, which is basically just a 1:1 Pomegranate juice syrup without anything else. Works really well in every drink I tried it out in and is incredibly simple to make.

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I agree simple is best, and I really want that pomegranate tartness - also a fan of Smuggler's Cove recipes in general. Thanks for the comment!

@dearmas9068 2 жыл бұрын

I feel validated for liking Liber & Co.

@CoachVinoLLC 3 жыл бұрын

You didn't just take ONE for the team, you took SEVEN for the team. Atta boy! 😉

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

Haha the sugar buzz was exhilarating, but the crash was real. Thanks, Vino!

@Redipstick 3 жыл бұрын

Do you have a particular ginger ale you like best? I’m a ginger ale fan and would love to know the best one for drinks!

@devendralatchman5724 3 жыл бұрын

Very useful, if you're doing another of these, could you do orgeat? Because sometimes I don't know if what I'm making is correct, and it would be helpful to have something to measure against

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I've been thinking about doing an orgeat lineup! Good to know you're be interested in the video. Appreciate the comment, Devendra!

@SaroShow 3 жыл бұрын

@@AndersErickson do it come on man!!!

@Caaaaaaarl 3 жыл бұрын

Agree, would love an orgeat lineup! I bought Liber and Co orgeat a few months ago, I'd be curious to see how is compares to homemade or other brands.

@catherines3614 2 жыл бұрын

What do you think of the Bols grenadine? This seems to be the only one readily available in Ireland. It’s very raspberry.

@benniemusgrove8271 3 жыл бұрын

What do you call the little containers that your grenadine is in and how long will they stay good? Also do they need to be refrigerated when not being used?

@DirtyHairy01 Жыл бұрын

I got a bunch of Liber&Co syrups they are all 10/10 delicious!!!

@brocinco 2 жыл бұрын

I just made the Singapore Sling from your video and the rose's grenadine does not work well with it! I'll be making your homemade grenadine tomorrow!

@snowbird4788 Жыл бұрын

I just ordered Liber & co from Amazon!

@captainsteve3050 2 жыл бұрын

Did you know that the cocktail you made for the final test is a tiki drink known as a Shrunken Skull? I happen to be drinking one as I watch this video (home made grenadine).

@willardroad Жыл бұрын

I just made your recipe, and enjoyed a beverage while watching this taste test. (Yours is great, no question) I notice you keep saying "orange blossom water" in the tests, but your own recipe calls for rose water. Did you mean that, or are all the others adding the other instead?

@CABOOSEBOB 2 жыл бұрын

Is it generally possible to replace a simple syrup in a cocktial with a grenadine or an orgeat? I made your homemade syrups and I want to get as much use as possible

@Livi_Noelle Жыл бұрын

I don't know which is more impressive, the amount of grenadine he drank or the fact he's got 7 shakers on hand.

@falseprophet8314 3 жыл бұрын

The google pronunciations of monin had me weak 😂😂😂

@trdsf 2 жыл бұрын

Do you think maybe you could boost the visual appeal of the homemade grenadine with a bit of hibiscus syrup? You might be able to dispense with the rosewater and pick up your floral notes that way.

@tomlafavore969 Жыл бұрын

I have made my own Grenadine, but always turn back to Liber for convenience and taste. (Actually, I have all their syrups for convenience and taste)

@vidzvinz 3 жыл бұрын

Great content, funny, fine production, thanks. I made your grenadine recipe (with homemade juice from the fruit that was pretty hard work) and this is a great natural syrup, richer taste after a couple of days in the fridge. Regarding your homemade grenadine's browny dark color in this video, what would you suggest to get a more bright red color?

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I've been thinking of incorporating some dried hibiscus to see if that would bump up the brightness/redness of the syrup - so that could be an option (haven't tried it yet, though). And Kudos for juicing your own pomegranates!

@MrWhangdoodles 3 жыл бұрын

Did you pick out the individual seeds to make it? Or does just throwing a quartered pomegranate into a strong juicer work? Because I have a powerful juicer, and I would love making this from scratch.

@vidzvinz 3 жыл бұрын

@@MrWhangdoodles First I removed all the seeds from the fruit's cavities, manually, bit long process. To make the juice from the seeds I tried 2 ways: 1. Put the seeds inside a ziploc bag, then crush it with something like a pan or a rolling pin, in order to get the juice in the bag. 2. Put the seeds in a blender and just blend a couple of times, only enough to get the juice apart from the seeds, then strain. This method #2 was much more quick and effective. There are some videos out there about making pomagranata juice from the scratch. Cheers

@vidzvinz 3 жыл бұрын

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@lrvogt1257 Жыл бұрын

Interesting choice of a dark rum but you still got red color. I’ve experimented with that with Plantation 3 stars and Stirring and it was good but sweet. It was interesting with just a bit of orgeat too. Interestingly; Liber’s website has several restaurants in my neighborhood in downtown Chicago listed with their syrups but no retailers so they must like it to get it elsewhere.

@jasonweaver2566 Жыл бұрын

I realize you’ll probably not see this but pomegranates (and by extension homemade grenadine) contains anthocyanins which is the same thing that makes cabbage purple. This substance acts as a universal indicator so as the PH changes the color changes. Drinks that are acidic will turn it more bright red then pink while basic drinks

@jasonweaver2566 Жыл бұрын

Turn it dark purple to blue

@nathanwilkins6107 9 ай бұрын

Hibiscus-pomegranate syrup sounds really tasty.

@loganfisher3138 2 жыл бұрын

How about Pama liqueur as an alternative to grenadine? How does it compare?

@hollyjhj3732 2 жыл бұрын

I use Liber & Co., too. And I agree that they need a better bottle. I always make a mess!

@cocktailswithlele4042 3 жыл бұрын

Great information! But agree, home made is better" I always make mine when I need it!

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

It really makes such a difference. I do love a good taste test though! Cheers, Lele!

@stanp.3428 3 жыл бұрын

thanks for the fun taste test. The only one I have tried other than Monin (which tastes like neon seventies' candy if that's a taste) is Jack Rudy (South Carolina company?) which is tart complex and delicious. I am in London so we can't find the others here I don't think - do you know how this compares to the ones you tried?

@AndersErickson 3 жыл бұрын

I haven't tried the Jack Rudy, but I really wanted to grab a bottle of that one as well - especially hearing that it's tart. That's the main thing I'm looking for in a grenadine, and all of these were much less tart than my homemade syrup. Love your neon seventies candy reference btw - completely get that!

@lndrvrus 3 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you mentioned Jack Rudy. I was looking for a grenadine as well for summer cocktails. I was looking for Liber & Co but the store (Total Wine) didn’t have it. Since I’m more of a bourbon drinker, I felt store bought was the better way to go versus making my own. Would really like to see you review Jack Rudy Anders. Great videos. Glad I came across them as I usually watch Steve the Bartender and How to Drink.