Pomegranate Fig Cardamom Smash

This Pomegranate Fig Cardamom Smash cocktail is a delightful creation hailing from Jerusalem's Casino de Paris. It combines the unique flavors of boukha, a Tunisian fig distillate, with the tartness of fresh lemon juice and the sweetness of grenadine. The drink is garnished with a sprinkle of ground cardamom, a sprig of fresh mint, and pomegranate seeds for a visually stunning and delicious cocktail experience.

Pomegranate Fig Cardamom Smash

A tantalizing mix of boukha, lemon juice, grenadine, and mint, the Pomegranate Fig Cardamom Smash is a refreshing and visually appealing cocktail.

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Ingredients

  • 1 oz. boukha (Tunisian fig spirit)
  • 1 oz. fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 oz. grenadine
  • Ground cardamom, for garnish
  • Mint sprig, for garnish
  • Pomegranate seeds, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine the boukha, lemon juice, and grenadine.
  2. Shake the mixture vigorously.
  3. Strain the cocktail into a rocks glass filled with crushed ice.
  4. Sprinkle the top with ground cardamom.
  5. Garnish the cocktail with a sprig of mint and a few pomegranate seeds.