Step 1

Remove the arils from the pomegranate. If you place them in a bowl of water, the fleshy bits will rise to the top and you can scoop them out.

Step 3

Place the arils in a blender and blitz until it turns into a juice.

Step 5

Pour into a fine sieve over a mug and discard the seedy pulp. It will produce around a 1/4 cup of pomegranate juice.

Step 7

Add the maple syrup and stir. Then divide between 4 glasses. Add a shot of vodka (optional) and top with the tonic.

Step 9

Serve and enjoy!