Cherry Bomb Mocktail

Cherry Bomb Mocktail

A tart cherry cooler with a fizzy ginger kick and a tangy lime finish.

Total 5 min Makes 1 serving Calories 145/serving

Dietary

Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Wheat free, Dairy free, Nut free, Halal, Kosher, Kosher for passover

This vibrant mocktail layers tart cherry juice, fresh lime, and ginger beer over ice for a bold, fruity sipper. Muddled cherries add texture and a burst of fresh flavor, making it a festive choice for parties or a refreshing afternoon treat. No alcohol needed to make an impression in the glass.

Ingredients

  • 4 fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted, plus extra for garnish
  • 3 ounces tart cherry juice
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 4 ounces ginger beer
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 lime wheel, for garnish

Method

  1. Place the pitted cherries in the bottom of a sturdy glass and muddle firmly until juicy and mostly broken down.

  2. Add the tart cherry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to the glass and stir to combine.

  3. Fill the glass with ice cubes.

  4. Top with ginger beer, pouring slowly to preserve the fizz.

  5. Give the drink one gentle stir to combine, then garnish with a lime wheel and a few extra cherries.

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Cherry Bomb Mocktail

This vibrant mocktail layers tart cherry juice, fresh lime, and ginger beer over ice for a bold, fruity sipper. Muddled cherries add texture and a burst of fresh flavor, making it a festive choice for parties or a refreshing afternoon treat. No alcohol needed to make an impression in the glass.

5 min 1 serving 145 cal

Ingredients

  • 4 fresh or frozen dark sweet cherries, pitted, plus extra for garnish
  • 3 ounces tart cherry juice
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 ounce simple syrup
  • 4 ounces ginger beer
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • 1 lime wheel, for garnish

Method

  1. 1

    Place the pitted cherries in the bottom of a sturdy glass and muddle firmly until juicy and mostly broken down.

  2. 2

    Add the tart cherry juice, lime juice, and simple syrup to the glass and stir to combine.

  3. 3

    Fill the glass with ice cubes.

  4. 4

    Top with ginger beer, pouring slowly to preserve the fizz.

  5. 5

    Give the drink one gentle stir to combine, then garnish with a lime wheel and a few extra cherries.