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Refreshing Cherry Lime Shrub Sparkling Drink

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A bright, tangy, and refreshing homemade sparkling drink featuring cherries, lime, apple cider vinegar, and a splash of sparkle. Perfect for summer or a gentle detox.

Ingredients

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  • 2 cups fresh cherries, pitted and halved
  • Juice of 2 medium limes (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (raw, unfiltered preferred)
  • 1 cup granulated sugar (can substitute honey or maple syrup)
  • 1 cup filtered water
  • Sparkling water or club soda, chilled (to serve)
  • Optional: fresh mint leaves or lime slices for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the pitted, halved cherries with the granulated sugar. Gently mash the cherries with a wooden spoon to release their juices and mix with the sugar. Let sit for about 30 minutes at room temperature.
  2. Stir in the freshly squeezed lime juice and apple cider vinegar. Mix thoroughly and let rest for another 10 minutes to marry the flavors.
  3. Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth into a clean jar or bowl, pressing gently with the back of a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard or save the solids for other uses.
  4. Seal the jar and refrigerate the shrub syrup for at least 1 hour, preferably longer, to chill and deepen the flavor.
  5. To serve, fill a tall glass with ice cubes. Pour 2 to 3 tablespoons (30-45 ml) of the chilled shrub syrup over the ice, then top with sparkling water or club soda. Stir gently to combine.
  6. Garnish with a lime slice or fresh mint leaves and enjoy immediately for best fizz and freshness.

Notes

For stronger cherry flavor, macerate cherries overnight before adding lime juice and vinegar. Always add sparkling water just before serving to maintain carbonation. Syrup keeps refrigerated up to 2 weeks. Adjust sugar to taste for balance. Frozen cherries can be used if fresh are unavailable.

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