Description
A vibrant and refreshing summer drink that balances the tartness of cherries with the zing of citrus and the floral sweetness of honey. This hydrating spritzer is effervescent, naturally flavored, and perfect for outdoor enjoyment on a hot day.
Ingredients
1 pound (450g) pitted cherries (fresh or frozen)
4 blood oranges, peeled or juiced
2 lemons or limes, zested and juiced
1 cup pure honey (adjust to taste)
4 cups sparkling water or soda water
Whipped coconut cream, for topping
Fresh mint or citrus wheels, for garnish
Instructions
In a blender or food processor, puree the cherries, blood orange peels, lemons/limes, and honey until smooth.
Strain the mixture through a fine-mesh sieve to remove seeds and peel fragments, pressing to extract all liquid. Let the mixture cool in the refrigerator for at least 20 minutes.
In an ice-filled glass or mason jar, pour the chilled fruit mixture and add 1/2 cup of sparkling water to create effervescence.
Top with a dollop of whipped coconut cream and garnish with citrus wheels or mint leaves.
Repeat for additional servings, adjusting sweetness or carbonation as desired.
Notes
Store leftover infused liquid in the fridge for up to 24 hours.
For a non-diary-free option, substitute whipped coconut cream with dairy-based whipped cream.
Use a splash of additional citrus juice if the mixture is too sweet for your taste.
- Prep Time: 15
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Blending
- Cuisine: American Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 20g
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 1g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0.5g
- Cholesterol: 0mg