Description
A refreshing Batch Midnight Tart Cherry Mocktail combining tart cherry juice, zesty lime, and a touch of honey, topped with sparkling water for a perfectly balanced, lightly sweetened, and fizzy non-alcoholic drink. Ideal for gatherings or a cooling beverage any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Concentrate Ingredients
- 1 cup (8 oz) tart cherry juice
- 1/2 cup lime juice
- 1/4 cup honey
- Zest of 2 limes
- 1 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/4 tsp Celtic sea salt
To Serve
- Sparkling water (such as Gerolsteiner), quantity as needed
- Ice cubes
Instructions
- Make the concentrate: Combine tart cherry juice, lime juice, honey, lime zest, vanilla extract, and Celtic sea salt in a jar or blender.
- Mix the ingredients: Shake the jar vigorously or blend the mixture for about 2 minutes until it becomes slightly frothy and well combined. Store the concentrate in the refrigerator for up to 4 days.
- Prep the mocktail: When ready to serve, shake the concentrate well to remix any settled ingredients.
- Assemble and serve: Fill a glass halfway with ice, pour 1/2 cup of the cherry limeade concentrate over the ice, then top it off with 1/2 cup of sparkling water, maintaining a 1:1 ratio of concentrate to sparkling water. Stir gently if desired and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- The concentrate can be stored in the fridge for up to 4 days, allowing for quick preparation of multiple servings.
- Adjust the sweetness by varying the honey quantity according to taste preferences.
- Use fresh lime zest for the brightest flavor, avoiding the white pith which can add bitterness.
- Choose a high-quality sparkling water for best fizz and flavor balance.
- For a fun variation, garnish with a lime wheel or fresh cherries.
