Rose's Grenadine 12OZ

Rose's Grenadine 12OZ is a non-alcoholic pomegranate-flavored bar syrup in a 12 oz (355 ml) bottle at 0% ABV. As the most commonly sold grenadine in the United States, Rose's has become virtually synonymous with the category and remains a staple behind both home and professional bars.

Quick Facts: ABV: 0% (Non-Alcoholic)  |  Origin: United States  |  Type: Cocktail Syrup / Mixer  |  Manufacturer: Mott's (Keurig Dr Pepper)

Production & Heritage

Rose's is manufactured by Mott's, a subsidiary of Keurig Dr Pepper. The syrup is produced using high fructose corn syrup, water, citric acid, sodium citrate, sodium benzoate (as a preservative), natural and artificial flavors, and FD&C Red #40 and Blue #1 for color. Unlike craft grenadines that rely on fresh pomegranate juice, Rose's takes an industrial approach that prioritizes shelf stability and consistency — a trade-off that has kept it the default grenadine at bars and restaurants nationwide for decades.

Tasting Notes

Aroma: Bright, candy-like sweetness leads with cherry and red berry notes. A faint hint of citric tartness lingers underneath.

Taste: The entry is clean and sweet, lighter-bodied than many competing grenadines. Mid-palate flavors lean toward cherry, cotton candy, and a subtle spiced-apple quality rather than true pomegranate. Rose's is notably the least viscous among widely available commercial grenadines, making it easy to incorporate into drinks without excessive thickness.

Finish: Short and clean with residual sweetness that fades quickly. There is minimal lingering tartness, which keeps it from dominating cocktails when used in moderate amounts.

How to Use Rose's Grenadine

Rose's Grenadine functions primarily as a sweetener and coloring agent in cocktails and mocktails. A small pour — typically half an ounce to one ounce — is sufficient for most recipes.

• Shirley Temple: The defining use case — Rose's lighter viscosity blends seamlessly with ginger ale or lemon-lime soda for the classic non-alcoholic drink.
• Tequila Sunrise: The syrup's lower density allows it to sink and create the signature layered sunrise gradient when poured over tequila and orange juice.
• Jack Rose: A dash of Rose's adds color and sweetness to this applejack and lime juice classic, complementing the spiced-apple notes already present in the syrup.

Best For

• Stocking a home bar with essential mixers on a budget
• Making Shirley Temples and Roy Rogers for non-drinking guests
• High-volume cocktail preparation where consistency matters more than artisanal character
• Introducing beginners to basic cocktail-making techniques

Frequently Asked Questions

What does Rose's Grenadine taste like? Rose's Grenadine delivers bright, candy-forward sweetness with dominant cherry and cotton candy flavors, along with subtle spiced-apple undertones. It is lighter in body and less viscous than most competing commercial grenadines.

How does Rose's Grenadine compare to Torani Grenadine? Rose's is notably thinner and lighter in flavor than Torani Grenadine, which tends toward a heavier, more syrupy consistency. Rose's lighter body makes it easier to blend into drinks, while Torani may appeal to those who prefer a more pronounced sweetness.

Is Rose's Grenadine good for cocktails? Rose's Grenadine is the most widely used grenadine in American bars and works reliably in classics like the Tequila Sunrise, Shirley Temple, and Singapore Sling. Its thin consistency and neutral sweetness make it a functional choice, though craft-minded bartenders sometimes prefer pomegranate-based alternatives for more complex drinks.

Where is Rose's Grenadine made? Rose's Grenadine is produced in the United States by Mott's, which operates under the Keurig Dr Pepper corporate umbrella.

What foods pair well with Rose's Grenadine? Rose's Grenadine can be drizzled over vanilla ice cream for a simple dessert topping, stirred into lemonade for a fruit-forward refresher, added to pancake or waffle batter for color and sweetness, mixed into sparkling water with fresh lime for a non-alcoholic spritzer, or used as a glaze component for baked ham where its cherry-sweet character complements savory meat.

What sizes does Rose's Grenadine come in? Rose's Grenadine is available in a 12 oz (355 ml) bottle as well as a larger 25 oz (750 ml) bottle for higher-volume use.

Is Rose's Grenadine worth the price? Rose's Grenadine positions squarely as a budget-friendly, entry-level bar syrup — Drinkhacker awarded it a B- rating, noting its surprisingly light flavor profile. For casual home use and high-volume service, it delivers reliable performance at a low cost, though enthusiasts seeking authentic pomegranate flavor may want to explore small-batch alternatives.

Why Rose's Grenadine?

Rose's dominance in the grenadine category comes down to ubiquity, consistency, and accessibility. It is the grenadine most bartenders learned on and the one most cocktail recipes implicitly reference. Its unusually low viscosity compared to other commercial grenadines gives it a practical advantage in blended and layered drinks where heavier syrups can clump or resist mixing. For anyone building a functional home bar without investing in specialty ingredients, Rose's remains the straightforward, reliable standard.