Best 3 Cherry Lime Sparkler Recipes

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Quench your thirst and revitalize your taste buds with a tantalizing Cherry Lime Sparkler, crafted with the perfect balance of sweet, tangy, and refreshing flavors. This delightful beverage combines the burst of ripe cherries, the zesty kick of lime, and the effervescence of sparkling water, creating a symphony of flavors that dance on your palate. Whether you're looking for a non-alcoholic treat to enjoy at a summer gathering, a mocktail to impress your guests, or a healthy alternative to sugary drinks, the Cherry Lime Sparkler is your perfect choice. With its vibrant color, invigorating taste, and endless variations, this sparkler is sure to become a favorite in your recipe collection.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

SPARKLING CHERRY LIME SODA



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Provided by Trisha Yearwood

Categories     beverage

Time 35m

Yield 2 drinks

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup sugar
3/4 cup water
1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
4 ounces grenadine
12 ounces club soda, chilled
Lime wheels, for garnish
2 to 4 maraschino cherries, for garnish

Steps:

  • Add the sugar, water and 1/4 cup of the lime juice to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil, stirring until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and let cool.
  • Add a few ice cubes to two chilled highball glasses. To each glass, add 2 ounces of the lime simple syrup and 1 tablespoon of the remaining lime juice. Divide the grenadine between the glasses and top off with club soda.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel and 1 or 2 maraschino cherries.

SPARKLING CHERRY LIMEADE



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You can make this drink into a shandy by adding lager, ale,or wheat beer.

Provided by Martha Stewart

Categories     Food & Cooking     Drink Recipes

Time 1h15m

Yield Serves 8 to 10

Number Of Ingredients 5

10 ounces fresh sweet cherries, such as Bing, pitted (2 cups)
10 ounces fresh or thawed frozen sour cherries, pitted (1 1/2 cups)
1 cup sugar
1 teaspoon grated lime zest, plus 1 1/2 cups fresh juice (from about 12 limes), and thinly sliced lime wheels for serving
6 cups chilled seltzer (48 ounces)

Steps:

  • Combine cherries, sugar, zest, and juice. Let stand, stirring occasionally, until sugar is dissolved and flavors are melded, at least 1 hour or, refrigerated in an airtight container, up to 2 days. Combine cherry mixture and seltzer in a large pitcher. Serve over ice, garnished with lime wheels.

HOMEMADE CHERRY LIMEADE



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If you're a Sonic Cherry Limeade fan, listen up! This homemade Cherry Limeade recipe is the real deal-no drive-through necessary. Learn how to make your own limeade, a fresh cherry syrup and more to make this summer drink.

Provided by Erin Parker, The Speckled Palate

Categories     Drinks

Time 1h20m

Number Of Ingredients 7

1 cup water
1 cup granulated sugar
1 cup halved, pitted sweet cherries
5 oz. lemon lime soda
1 ½ oz. lime juice
½ oz. cherry syrup, recipe above
Cherries and lime wedges, for garnish

Steps:

  • Warm the water and sugar over medium heat, stirring occasionally until the sugar has dissolved.
  • Add the halved cherries, and steep for an hour at room temperature.
  • Transfer to a mason jar and store in the fridge.
  • Don't forget to keep the cherries in the syrup-they make a great garnish!
  • Pour the lemon lime soda, lime juice and cherry syrup over crushed ice.
  • Stir.
  • Top with a cherry (fresh or one of the ones from the cherry syrup) and a lime wedge.
  • Enjoy immediately!

Nutrition Facts : Calories 93 calories, Carbohydrate 25 grams carbohydrates, Cholesterol 0 milligrams cholesterol, Fat 0 grams fat, Fiber 0 grams fiber, Protein 0 grams protein, SaturatedFat 0 grams saturated fat, ServingSize 1 drink, Sodium 16 milligrams sodium, Sugar 21 grams sugar, TransFat 0 grams trans fat, UnsaturatedFat 0 grams unsaturated fat

Tips:

  • To make the Cherry Lime Sparkler, you will need a few simple ingredients including limes, cherries, lime juice, lemon-lime soda, cherry 7UP, and grenadine.
  • Start by washing and slicing the limes and cherries into thin rounds. You can use a sharp knife or a mandoline slicer for easier and uniform slices.
  • In a serving glass, place a few lime and cherry slices along with some mint leaves for added freshness and flavor.
  • Pour the lime juice, lemon-lime soda, and cherry 7UP into the glass, filling it up to about three-quarters full.
  • Add a splash of grenadine to the mixture for a beautiful color and a slightly sweet and tart flavor.
  • Garnish the Cherry Lime Sparkler with additional lime and cherry slices, as well as a sprig of mint for a refreshing presentation.
  • Serve the Cherry Lime Sparkler immediately with a straw and enjoy the delicious and bubbly combination of flavors.

Conclusion:

The Cherry Lime Sparkler is a delightful and refreshing drink that combines the tangy flavors of lime and cherry with the sweetness of lemon-lime soda and cherry 7UP. It is a perfect choice for summer gatherings, parties, or as a thirst-quenching treat on a hot afternoon. With its vibrant colors and delicious taste, the Cherry Lime Sparkler is sure to be a hit among both kids and adults. So next time you are looking for a fun and easy drink to make, give this recipe a try and enjoy a refreshing Cherry Lime Sparkler.

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