Fresh Cherry Limeade with Honey-Cherry Simple Syrup

This quick and easy mocktail is perfect for warmer weather and oh so refreshing!

Honey- Cherry Simple Syrup

Ingredients:

• 1 cup fresh cherries (pitted and halved)

• 1/2 cup of water

• 1/3 cup of honey

• Optional: 1/2 tsp of grated fresh ginger

Instructions:

• In a small saucepan, combine cherries and water (add ginger if using)

• Simmer over medium heat for 10–12 minutes until cherries are soft.

• Lightly mash cherries to release more flavor.

• Remove from heat and stir in honey until fully dissolved.

• Optional: Strain through a fine mesh sieve for a smooth syrup—or leave it unstrained for a fruit-forward twist.

• Cool completely and refrigerate until ready to use.

Cherry Limeade Assembly

Ingredients:

• 1/2 cup fresh lime juice (about 4 limes)

• 1/2 cup honey-cherry syrup (or more to taste)

• 2 to 2½ cups cold sparkling water or still water

• Ice

• Garnishes: lime slices, cherries, mint sprigs

Instructions:

• Stir lime juice and syrup together in a pitcher.

• Add sparkling water and mix gently. Adjust to taste.

• Pour over ice in glasses. Garnish and serve!

• Bonus Tips: Add a splash of vodka, bourbon, or tequila for an adult version. Stir in fresh mint or a dash of grenadine for a fun twist.