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Refreshing Tart Cherry Limeade Spritzer Recipe No Sugar Easy Homemade Drink

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A crisp and clean tart cherry limeade spritzer with no added sugar, featuring fresh tart cherries, lime juice, and sparkling water for a naturally sweet and tangy refreshment.

Ingredients

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  • 1 cup fresh tart cherries, pitted (fresh or thawed if frozen)
  • 3 to 4 medium limes, juiced and zest reserved
  • 2 cups sparkling water (plain or lime-flavored)
  • 1 cup cold water
  • Ice cubes as needed (preferably large cubes)
  • Fresh mint leaves (optional, a small handful, lightly bruised)

Instructions

  1. Pit about 1 cup of fresh tart cherries. If frozen, thaw completely. Place them in your pitcher or mixing glass.
  2. Using a muddler or wooden spoon, gently press the cherries to release their juice and flavor. Crush but do not pulverize; some chunks add texture. (About 2 minutes)
  3. Roll the limes on the counter to loosen juices, then juice 3 to 4 limes to yield roughly 1/3 cup (80 ml) of juice. Add zest of one lime for extra brightness if desired.
  4. Pour the lime juice and 1 cup (240 ml) of cold water into the muddled cherries. Stir gently to combine and let sit for 5 minutes to marry flavors.
  5. Slowly pour 2 cups (480 ml) of chilled sparkling water into the pitcher. Stir gently to keep the bubbles intact.
  6. Fill glasses with large ice cubes and pour the spritzer over. Garnish with fresh mint leaves and a lime wheel if desired.
  7. Enjoy immediately for best flavor and fizz.

Notes

Do not over-muddle cherries to avoid bitterness. Use fresh lime juice for best flavor. Chill all ingredients and equipment before mixing to keep the drink cold longer. Add sparkling water last and stir gently to preserve fizz. Adjust tartness by adding more cold water or a few drops of natural sweetener like stevia if desired.

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