Christmas Bow Ice Cubes With Pomegranate & Edible Glitter

If there’s one little detail I love adding to a holiday drink, it’s a pretty ice cube! These Christmas bow ice cubes are such an easy way to make a simple glass of Prosecco or rosé feel extra special. Between the bow shape, fresh cranberries, little rosemary sprigs and silver sparkle, they look so festive without taking much time to put together.

I made two different versions: deep red bows filled with pomegranate juice, and water-filled bows with fresh cranberries and rosemary tucked inside. Then I sprinkled edible silver glitter over the tops before freezing. They’re beautiful on their own, but once you pour something bubbly over them, that little bit of shimmer makes the whole glass feel ready for Christmas!

If you’re planning your holiday drink menu, my Cranberry Clementine Christmas Sangria, Mistletoe Cranberry Gin Fizz and Christmas Punch are a few more festive recipes to save for the season.

Bow Silicone Molds

A Simple Little Detail for Christmas Entertaining

I love anything I can prepare before company comes over, and these bow ice cubes are perfect for that. You can make them the day before, leave them in the freezer and have them ready when it’s time to pour drinks.

They would be so pretty for Christmas Eve, a holiday brunch, a Christmas party or a girls’ night with a few appetizers and something bubbly.

And you don’t need to make an entire cocktail to enjoy them. One bow ice cube in a coupe glass with chilled Prosecco poured over the top is such a simple, beautiful presentation.

Two Ways to Make Christmas Bow Ice Cubes

Pomegranate Juice Bows

For the red bows, I filled the silicone cavities with pomegranate juice. That’s it! The juice gives them a gorgeous rich color, and as the bows melt, they add a little pomegranate flavor to your drink.

I especially love these with Prosecco or sparkling rosé because the color looks so pretty against the bubbles.

Cranberry and Rosemary Bows

For the other bows, I placed fresh cranberries and small rosemary sprigs inside the mold, then filled the cavities with water.

The cranberries add that classic Christmas red, and the rosemary looks like little pieces of holiday greenery frozen inside. Finish with edible silver glitter, and you have the prettiest little addition to your holiday glass.

The Bow Molds, Coupe Glasses and Brown Bows I Used

The shape is what makes these so cute! I used these bow silicone molds to create the ice cubes. The flexible silicone makes it easier to gently release the frozen bows while keeping their details intact.

For serving, I used these martini coupe glasses . Their wide bowls show off the bow ice cubes beautifully. Just make sure your frozen bows will fit inside the glasses you choose.

Then I added these little brown bows around the stems for a cozy Christmas touch. I love how the brown ribbon looks with the red cranberries and green rosemary. Keep the decorative bows on the outside of the glasses, away from the drink.

Ingredients

Amounts depend on the size and number of cavities in your bow mold.

For the Pomegranate Bow Ice Cubes

• Pomegranate juice, enough to fill your desired number of bow cavities
• A light sprinkle of edible silver glitter labeled for use in food and drinks

For the Cranberry and Rosemary Bow Ice Cubes

• Fresh cranberries, a few per bow cavity, depending on size
• Small fresh rosemary sprigs, trimmed to fit
• Water, enough to fill the cavities around the cranberries and rosemary
• A light sprinkle of edible silver glitter labeled for use in food and drinks

For Serving

• Chilled Prosecco, rosé, sparkling rosé or your favorite complementary cocktail
• Sparkling water or a nonalcoholic sparkling drink, optional

Directions

1. Prepare your mold.
Place a clean bow silicone mold on a small baking sheet or another flat, freezer-safe tray. This makes it much easier to move the filled mold without spilling.

2. Fill the pomegranate bows.
Pour pomegranate juice into some of the bow cavities, leaving a little room at the top for expansion as they freeze.

3. Add the cranberries and rosemary.
In the remaining cavities, arrange a few washed cranberries and small pieces of washed rosemary. Keep the fruit and herbs within the shape of each bow so the frozen cubes release more easily.

4. Add the water.
Carefully pour water into the cranberry and rosemary cavities, leaving a little space at the top.

5. Sprinkle with silver glitter.
Lightly sprinkle edible silver glitter over both varieties. A little goes a long way! Use glitter specifically labeled edible and intended for food or beverages.

6. Freeze until completely solid.
Carefully transfer the tray to a level spot in the freezer. Freeze for at least 4–6 hours, or until the bows are solid all the way through. Larger molds may need longer, so freezing overnight is an easy option.

7. Release the frozen bows.
Gently peel the silicone away from each ice cube, taking extra care around the loops and tails. Release only the bows you’re ready to serve, keeping the others frozen.

8. Assemble your Christmas drinks.
Add a bow ice cube to a coupe glass, then slowly pour chilled Prosecco, rosé or your chosen drink over the top. Leave enough room in the glass for the ice cube and any bubbles.

9. Add the finishing touch.
Decorate the outside of the glass stem with a little brown bow and serve immediately while the ice still has its pretty shape.

What to Serve With Christmas Bow Ice Cubes

Prosecco is one of my favorite ways to serve these because it keeps everything so easy. The pomegranate bows gradually add flavor and color as they melt, while the cranberry and rosemary bows give the glass a festive finish.

You can also use them with:

• Rosé or sparkling rosé for a pretty pink holiday drink.
• Cranberry or pomegranate cocktails to complement the fruit flavors.
• Sangria for an extra festive detail in individual glasses.
• Sparkling water or nonalcoholic sparkling wine for an alcohol-free option.

For a larger gathering, you could prepare a pitcher of my Cranberry Clementine Christmas Sangria and add a bow ice cube to each glass just before serving.

Tips for Pretty Bow Ice Cubes

Keep the cranberries and rosemary small enough to fit. Overfilling the cavities can make it harder to see the bow shape and release the ice cleanly.

Use a light hand with the glitter. You only need a small sprinkle to create that shimmery finish.

Chill your drinks first. Cold Prosecco or rosé helps the bows keep their shape longer.

Wait until serving to add the ice. The delicate bow details soften as the cubes melt, so assemble the glasses when you’re ready to enjoy them.

Can I Make These Ahead of Time?

Yes! I recommend making them the day before so they have plenty of time to freeze completely.

You can leave them in the mold until serving, or carefully transfer the solid bows to a freezer-safe container in a single layer. If you need to stack them, place parchment between the layers to help keep them from sticking together. Keep the container covered in the freezer.

Can I Make Them Without Alcohol?

Absolutely! The ice cubes themselves are alcohol-free, so you can serve them with sparkling water, sparkling juice or a nonalcoholic sparkling wine.

The pomegranate version is especially nice when you want to add a little fruit flavor as the ice melts.

Do the Pomegranate Bows Change the Flavor?

Yes. As they melt, they add pomegranate flavor and color to the drink. The cranberry and rosemary water bows will dilute the drink as they melt and may add a subtle herbal flavor from the rosemary.

Choose whichever version works best with what you’re serving—or make both so your guests can pick their favorite!

An Easy Christmas Drink Detail

These Christmas bow ice cubes are such a fun way to dress up a holiday glass with very little prep. I love the combination of the deep red pomegranate bows, the cranberry and rosemary ones, and that little sprinkle of silver glitter.

Add a coupe glass, a brown bow around the stem and something bubbly, and you have a beautiful drink ready for Christmas entertaining!