Ingredients
– 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
– 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)
– 1/4 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
– 4 cups sparkling water or lemon-lime soda
– Lime wedges and cherries for garnish
– Ice cubes
Instructions
Creating a Cherry Limeade Sparkler is simple with these easy steps:
1. Prepare the Cherries: If using fresh cherries, wash and pit them. For frozen cherries, allow them to thaw slightly.
2. Blend the Base: In a blender, combine the pitted cherries, fresh lime juice, and granulated sugar. Blend until smooth.
3. Strain the Mixture: Place a fine mesh strainer over a bowl and pour the blended mixture through it. Use a spoon to press down and extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.
4. Combine with Sparkling Water: In a large pitcher, combine the cherry-lime mixture with the sparkling water or lemon-lime soda. Stir gently to mix.
5. Adjust Sweetness: Taste the mixture and adjust the sweetness by adding more sugar if desired. Stir until the sugar is dissolved.
6. Serve Over Ice: Fill glasses with ice cubes and pour the Cherry Limeade Sparkler over the ice.
7. Garnish: Add lime wedges and a few whole cherries to each glass for a beautiful presentation.
With these steps, you’ll create a deliciously sparkling Cherry Limeade that’s bound to be a hit!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 120 kcal
- Fat: 0g
- Protein: 1g