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Cherry Mocktail with Sparkling Tart Juice – Morning Drinks Healthy Easy Recipes

Let me tell you, there’s nothing like a cold cherry mocktail to make your day feel a bit more special. I first whipped this up on a whim one summer morning, looking for something fun, bubbly, and not packed with sugar or alcohol. This one hits the spot. It’s sweet, it’s tart, and it’s got just enough fizz to wake you up, but not in that jolt-of-coffee kind of way. This is the sort of drink that makes people go, ‘Wait, there’s no alcohol in this?’ Yep, it’s that good. It’s perfect if you’re doing Dry January, or just feel like something refreshing and grown-up without the buzz. Plus, you can throw it together in five minutes—maybe seven if you're feeling fancy and want to garnish. I've used it at brunches, baby showers, and even just lazy Saturday afternoons with a good book. If you’re like me and want something a little extra without extra effort, this one’s your new go-to. Trust me—once you taste it, you’ll wonder why you ever bothered with plain water again.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
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Servings: 2 glasses
Author: Elena

Ingredients

  • 1 cup tart cherry juice (unsweetened)
  • 1/2 cup sparkling water (I like lime flavored)
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • Ice cubes
  • Fresh cherries and lime wedges, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

  1. Fill two glasses with ice. Trust me, don’t skimp on the ice. It makes a difference.
  2. Pour 1/2 cup tart cherry juice into each glass.
  3. Add a splash of fresh lime juice—about half a tablespoon in each.
  4. Top it off with sparkling water until the glass is nearly full. Give it a gentle stir (or swirl it like you’re fancy).
  5. Garnish with fresh cherries and lime wedges if you’re feeling extra. Or don’t. Still tastes great.