Cherry Lemonade Spritz
The cherry lemonade spritz is a healthy, refreshing drink made with antioxidant-rich cherries and raw honey, topped with a splash of seltzer for a fizzy finish. Perfect for hot summer days, this drink combines the sweetness of cherries with the tanginess of lemon for a deliciously cool beverage.
Servings: 8
Ingredients
Cherry Simple Syrup
- 1 cup cherries pitted
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 cup raw honey
Cherry Lemonade Spritz
- 1/4 cup cherry simple syrup
- 1/2 lemon
- seltzer plain or lemon/lime
Instructions
- Add pitted cherries, water, and honey a small pot. Simmer for 10 minutes, I like to use a wooden spoon to smash the cherries as they soften
- Remove from the head and allow to slightly cool
- Pour mixture through a mesh strainer into a bowl or cup
- Allow to fully cool to room temperature
- Assemble your spritz! Pour 1/4 cup cherry simple syrup into a tall glass with ice, squeeze 1/2 lemon then top with your favorite seltzer. Enjoy!