Homemade Cherry Limeades
Servings: 4
Equipment
- Santoku Knife
- Lemon Juicer
- Glass Measuring Cups
- Glass Pitcher
Ingredients
- 1/3 cup sugar
- 1/3 cup water
- 1/2 cup fresh lime juice between 4-6 limes
- 1/2 cup pure tart cherry juice
- 2 cans club soda
- maraschino cherries for garnish
Instructions
- In small saucepan, dissolve sugar in the water over medium heat to create a simple syrup. Set aside when done to cool completely.
- Meanwhile, juice the limes. In serving pitcher, combine simple syrup, lime juice, and cherry juice.
- Add club soda when ready to serve. Stir together to combine and serve immediately over crushed ice. Garnish with maraschino cherries and/or sliced limes. Serves 4
Notes
*To easily squeeze juice from limes, first heat each lime for 10 seconds in microwave. Then roll limes in circular motion on a table or counter for 30-40 seconds. Slice limes in half and squeeze juice into a measuring glass.