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Honey Sweetened Fresh Cherry Limeade

Honey Sweetened Fresh Cherry Limeade for a Refreshing Summer Sip

Enjoy this healthy twist on cherry limeade, sweetened with honey for a refreshing summer sip.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Servings: 4 glasses
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Calories: 120
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Syrup
  • 2 cups Pitted Fresh Sweet Cherries Frozen cherries can be used.
  • 1 cup Water
  • 1/2 cup Raw Honey Agave syrup can substitute for vegan option.
  • 1 tablespoon Lime Zest Fresh lime is best.
  • 1/2 cup Lime Juice Freshly squeezed is always best.
For the Drink
  • 2 cups Club Soda Ginger ale can substitute.
  • 1/2 cup Fresh Cherries For garnish.
  • 1 lime Lime For garnish.

Equipment

  • medium saucepan
  • blender
  • pitcher

Method
 

Step‑by‑Step Instructions
  1. In a medium saucepan, combine the pitted fresh sweet cherries and water. Bring to a gentle boil and simmer for 15 minutes.
  2. Transfer the mixture to a blender and add raw honey, lime zest, and lime juice. Blend until smooth.
  3. Fill an 8oz glass with ice and pour in 2oz of the chilled cherry syrup. Top with club soda.
  4. For a larger gathering, mix the cherry syrup with ice in a pitcher and add enough club soda to fill.
  5. Garnish each glass with fresh cherries and lime slices before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1glassCalories: 120kcalCarbohydrates: 30gSodium: 10mgPotassium: 200mgFiber: 2gSugar: 28gVitamin A: 50IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 20mg

Notes

This drink can easily be turned into a cocktail by adding a splash of vodka or rum.

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