what is grenadine syrup

Grenadine syrup is a sweet and tart syrup used in cocktails, non-alcoholic drinks, and sometimes in cooking. It is characterized by its deep red color and is traditionally made from pomegranate juice, sugar, and water. The name "grenadine" originates from the French word grenade, which means pomegranate. However, to reduce production costs, manufacturers have widely replaced fruit bases with artificial ingredients. Grenadine is commonly used to mix both modern and classic cocktails, including the tequila sunrise, Shirley Temple, and countless others. It is also a popular ingredient in some non-alcoholic drinks, such as pink lemonade and the Roy Rogers cocktail. While store-bought grenadine is available, it can be made at home using pomegranate juice, sugar, and water. Homemade grenadine can be tweaked to better suit ones tastes and is made without the addition of artificial colors or high fructose corn syrup.