Antioxidrunk

An antioxidant is a chemical compound or substance that inhibits oxidation. Certain vitamins, such as vitamin E, may protect body cells from damage caused by the oxidative effects of free radicals. One of the easiest ways to take them into one’s system is by eating foods and drinking liquids rich in these substances.

Pomegranates contain a generous amount of antioxidants, but since they’re a little messy to eat (and difficult to find, depending on the time of year), there’s Pom – a juice available on the shelves of most supermarkets.

The juice itself has a rich and complex flavour. It resembles a mixture of various fruits with an earthiness found in tannic wines. Pom is not for everyone.

But, I’ve found a way to make it more tolerable for those with picky palates…

Vodka.

Being a fan of mixed drinks (or any drinks, for that matter), I’ve discovered that a little bit of vodka can help ease the edge of the Pom juice. Although my preferred mixture is that of one part liquor to three parts booze, it's best to use one part liquor to three parts juice.

And, you don't have to use a shaker (too much work) or ice (that dilutes the alcohol). Just throw both of them in a tumbler and enjoy.

What's best about this mixture is the more you drink, the healthier it is. Whether or not the vodka counteracts the effects of pomegranate juice, I don't know. But, I can say that my body’s cells are buzzed.