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    Published: May 12, 2021 · Last Updated: Jul 14, 2021 by Kyndra Holley

    Sparkling Tart Cherry Limeade Cocktail

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    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with fresh lime wedges
    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with fresh lime wedges
    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with fresh lime wedges
    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with fresh lime wedges
    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with fresh lime wedges

    Sweet, sour, tart, and delicious -- this Sparkling Tart Cherry Limeade Cocktail takes the bright flavors of cherry and lime and serves them up in a refreshing summer cocktail recipe. Ready in less than 5 minutes with only 6 ingredients, you can enjoy this recipe with or without alcohol. Perfect for a hot summers day.

    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with fresh lime wedges
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    Sparkling Tart Cherry Limeade

    Ingredient Notes

    Ingredients for a cherry limeade cocktail - vodka, club soda, sweet and sour, limes, tart cherry juice
    • Vodka: While you could use another type of liquor, I recommend vodka because it really compliments the tart cherry and lime in this recipe. Need a non-alcoholic version? No problem. Just omit the vodka. (Try this Orange Creamsicle Cocktail recipe)
    • Tart cherry juice: this is what takes this drink recipe to the next level. Tart cherry cocktail recipes really packs a punch, and the tart cherry juice in this recipe pairs so well with fresh lime.
    • Sweet and sour: I highly recommend making your own sweet and sour. Mix equal parts lime juice, lemon juice, sweetener or sugar, and water. You can purchase store bought sweet and sour, but the freshest option is homemade. You can use a low carb sweetener or regular sugar depending on your needs. (If you're looking for more fresh and fruity alcoholic beverage recipes, try this Passion Fruit Mojito or my Sparkling Hard Strawberry Lemonade.)
    • Dried tart cherries: I like adding dried tart cherries because they add a lot of flavor after muddling, and they get nice and chewy, almost like an all natural gummy.

    Step By Step Instructions

    Step by step instructions to make Tart Cherry Limeade Cocktail

    How to make Tart Cherry Limeade Cocktails

    STEP 1: First, fill a cocktail glass with ice. Put the dried cherries, lime wedges, and vodka into a cocktail shaker.

    STEP 2: Next, muddle until the fruits are smashed and have released their juices.

    Step by step instructions to make tart cherry limeade cocktails

    STEP 3: Add the sweet and sour and tart cherry juice to the cocktail shaker. Cap and shake well.

    STEP 4: Lastly, pour the contents of the cocktail shaker into the ice-filled glass. Top with the club soda and stir gently.

    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with a green and white striped straw

    Recipe Tips and Variations

    • Add red wine: Add some red wine for a delicious sangria variation (I order all my wine here)
    • Make it a mocktail: this Sparkling Tart Cherry Limeade Cocktail makes a great mocktail recipe for kids of all ages to enjoy. Simply omit the vodka.
    • Change up the liquor: instead of using vodka, you can try rum, gin, tequila, or bourbon in this recipe. Choose the liquor based on flavor preferences, or serve up the base of the cocktail and allow your guests to add their own liquor!
    • Lower the carbs: make your own low carb sweet and sour, or replace the sweet and sour with lime juice and powdered sweetener. Replace the tart cherry juice with something lower in carbs like kombucha, sugar free juice, or water enhancer.
    • Add some fresh herbs: take this recipe to the next level by adding fresh herbs - basil, sage or mint. Muddle the fresh herbs with the rest of the ingredients.
    • Add a splash of vanilla extract: this addition gives this drink a cherry cream soda vibe.
    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with a green and white striped straw

    Frequently Asked Questions

    How do you make sweet and sour?

    Add equal parts lime juice, lemon juice, sweetener or sugar, and water in a glass bottle and shake to combine.

    How can I make this cocktail low carb?

    Make your own low carb sweet and sour, or replace the sweet and sour with lime juice and powdered sweetener. Replace the tart cherry juice with something lower in carbs like kombucha, sugar free juice, or water enhancer.

    What liquor can I use in place of vodka?

    I recommend rum, gin, tequila, or bourbon -- any of those options will go well with the cherry lime flavors.

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    refreshing summer cocktail with tart cherry juice, lime juice, soda water and vodka, served with a green and white striped straw

    Sparkling Tart Cherry Limeade


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    • Author: Kyndra Holley
    • Total Time: 5 minutes
    • Yield: 1 drink 1x
    • Diet: Gluten Free
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    Sweet, sour, tart, and delicious -- this Sparkling Tart Cherry Limeade Cocktail takes the bright flavors of cherry and lime and serves them up in a refreshing summer cocktail recipe. Ready in less than 5 minutes with only 6 ingredients, you can enjoy this recipe with or without alcohol. Perfect for a hot summers day. 


    Ingredients

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    • 1 tablespoon dried tart cherries 
    • 2 lime wedges, extra for garnish
    • 2 ounces vodka
    • 1.5 ounces sweet and sour
    • 2 ounces tart cherry juice
    • 2 ounces club soda

    Instructions

    1. Fill a cocktail glass with ice. Put the dried cherries, lime wedges, and vodka into a cocktail shaker. Muddle until the fruits are smashed and have released their juices. 
    2. Add the sweet and sour and tart cherry juice to the cocktail shaker, cap and shake well. Pour the contents of the cocktail shaker into the ice-filled glass. Top with the club soda and stir gently.

    Notes

    • Add red wine: Add some red wine for a delicious sangria variation (I order all my wine here)
    • Make it a mocktail: this Sparkling Tart Cherry Limeade Cocktail makes a great mocktail recipe for kids of all ages to enjoy. Simply omit the vodka.
    • Change up the liquor: instead of using vodka, you can try rum, gin, tequila, or bourbon in this recipe. Choose the liquor based on flavor preferences, or serve up the base of the cocktail and allow your guests to add their own liquor!
    • Lower the carbs: make your own low carb sweet and sour, or replace the sweet and sour with lime juice and powdered sweetener. Replace the tart cherry juice with something lower in carbs like kombucha, sugar free juice, or water enhancer.
    • Prep Time: 5 minutes
    • Category: Cocktail Recipes
    • Method: Mixing
    • Cuisine: American

    Nutrition

    • Serving Size: 1 cocktail
    • Calories: 209

    Keywords: vodka cocktail recipes, cherry cocktail recipes, alcoholic beverage recipes, tart cherry limeade cocktail, limeade cocktail, vodka drinks, mocktail recipes

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    1. Tara Peterson says

      May 19, 2021 at 8:06 am

      I made these over the weekend for a girls night and everyone loved them. Thanks for the constant inspiration. You rock.

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    Kyndra Holley - International Best Selling Cookbook Author, and the face behind this blog and Peace Love and Low Carb. When I am not hard at work creating recipes and healthy living content, I can be found exploring the world, playing with our 5 crazy pups, hiking, or just kicking back and relaxing with a cup of coffee and a good book. Read more...

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