Day 9 of 12: Pomegranate Fizz

I know it's cold out and everyone is sipping on mulled cider and hot chocolate, but sometimes I crave a fizzy carbonated beverage no matter what the weather. Basically a pomegranate italian soda, this pomegranate fizz is fruity, sweet, and a perfect healthier substitute for the usual cola. And this is another recipe where the bottled pom juice comes in super handy!

Pomegranate Fizz
Serves one

Ice
1 cup plain seltzer water
1/4 cup pomegranate juice
simple syrup* to taste (I like about 2 Tbsp)
a smidge of pomegranate arils (just for fun!)

*To make simple syrup:
Combine equal parts sugar and hot water and stir to dissolve. Store in a clean jar or squeeze bottle in the fridge. Keeps indefinitely.