Cherry Squirt

Quench your thirst with the vibrant and refreshing Cherry Squirt, a deliciously fizzy drink that’s perfect for summer gatherings, brunches, or a mid-afternoon pick-me-up. This sparkling cherry lemonade combines the natural sweetness of fresh or frozen cherries with a bright pop of fresh lemon juice, all balanced by a light effervescence from sparkling water or club soda. The homemade cherry syrup, crafted from a simple blend of cherries, sugar, and water, is easy to make and bursting with fruity flavor. Served over ice and garnished with aromatic mint and zesty lemon slices, this eye-catching beverage is as delightful to sip as it is to serve. Whether you're entertaining guests or treating yourself, this easy-to-make mocktail offers a playful twist on classic lemonade.

Nutriscore Rating: 72/100

Prep Time:10 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:20 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
• 2 tablespoons granulated sugar
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 3 cups sparkling water or club soda
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 handful fresh mint leaves (optional, for garnish)
• 4 slices lemon slices (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium saucepan, combine the cherries, granulated sugar, and water. Cook over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until the cherries break down and release their juices (about 10 minutes).

Step 2

Remove the saucepan from the heat and let the cherry mixture cool slightly.

Step 3

Using a fine mesh strainer, strain the cherry mixture into a bowl, pressing the solids with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible. Discard the solids.

Step 4

Add the fresh lemon juice to the strained cherry syrup and stir to combine.

Step 5

To assemble each serving, fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour 1/4 of the cherry-lemon syrup into the glass (about 1/4 cup).

Step 6

Top with 3/4 cup sparkling water or club soda and stir gently to combine.

Step 7

Garnish each glass with a sprig of fresh mint and a lemon slice, if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy your Cherry Squirt!

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1605g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	318.6

Total Fat 0.8g	0%
Saturated Fat 0.0g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 0.0g
Cholesterol 0mg	0%
Sodium 10.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 80.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.8g	0%
Total Sugars 67.7g
Protein 4.2g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 76.3mg	0%
Iron 1.7mg	0%
Potassium 780.3mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 2.1%

Protein: 4.9%

Carbs: 93.1%