This Cherry Lime Spritzer is a fun, refreshing way to beat the heat this summer. No refined sugar or alcohol so it's healthier than soda and kid friendly.
This Cherry Lime Spritzer is super fun and a great way to cool down on a hot day!
My kids love this spritzer because it's bubbly and a bit sweet like soda. The ingredients in most sodas are less than desirable. By making a simple syrup and mixing it with seltzer water you end up with a healthier, refreshing drink that's just as satisfying. If you're looking to cut soda out, this drink makes a great substitute.
Looking for more cherry recipes? Try my brownies, these mini loaves, this crisp or a parfait.
Ingredients
This drink is made with really simple ingredients that are available in most stores. Or you may already have what you need on hand.
- dark sweet cherries
- coconut sugar or cane sugar
- fresh lime juice
- seltzer
See recipe card for quantities.
Instructions
The process to make the syrup couldn't be simpler. You can pit the cherries, if you plan to use the pulp for something like a smoothie or just leave the cherries as is.
Next just simmer the cherries with coconut sugar or cane sugar and water until the fruit breaks down and the liquid thickens a bit. Strain out the fruit and seeds, add the lime juice, allow the syrup to cool and soon you'll be sipping on a refreshing glass of cherry lime deliciousness.
Top Tip
This syrup is also a great way to use up those softer cherries that are less appealing to eat straight up.
Equipment
You will need a sauce pan, measuring tools and a mesh strainer to make this recipe.
Storage
Store leftover syrup in a small container or jar with a lid in the refrigerator. Good for 1-2 weeks.
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Recipe
Cherry Lime Spritzer - No Refined Sugar
Ingredients
- 2 cups dark sweet cherries
- ¼ -1 /2 cup coconut sugar or cane sugar Depending on desired sweetness.
- ¼ cup water
- 1 tsp fresh squeezed lime juice
- 24 oz seltzer water, plain or lime flavored
Instructions
- Wash the cherries. Pit the cherries if you plan to use the leftover pulp for another use or simply leave the cherries whole.
- In a medium sauce pan combine cherries, coconut sugar or cane sugar and water.
- Bring to a boil and reduce heat to a gentle simmer.
- Simmer for 15-20 minutes until cherries have cooked down and sauce has thickened a bit.
- Place a mesh strainer over a bowl and pour cherry mixture into the strainer.
- Press the cherries with the back of a wooden spoon to remove as much of the syrup as possible. Discard cherry pulp or use for something else. I like to add it to smoothies.
- Add lime juice to syrup and allow to cool completely.
- Spoon about 2-3 tablespoon into a glass filled with ice. Add 6oz seltzer water to glass and stir to incorporate. Garnish with slice of lime, if desired.
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