Soy Free Cherry Lime Soda

Total time30 min

Prep time10 min

Cook time5 min

4.5

(14)

That deep ruby cherry syrup is the star here — simmered down with just honey and a splash of water until it's glossy, fragrant, and packed with real fruit flavor. A squeeze of fresh lime juice cuts through the sweetness with just the right amount of brightness, and chilled sparkling water brings the whole thing to life with a satisfying fizz. The result is a gorgeous, jewel-toned drink that looks like something you'd pay way too much for at a trendy café. Soy hides in a surprising number of flavored sodas and store-bought drink mixes, so making your own from scratch is both smarter and honestly more delicious. Every ingredient here is clean and straightforward — fresh fruit, honey, citrus, and bubbles. It comes together quickly and serves two, making it perfect for a weekend brunch, a backyard hangout, or just a fancy Tuesday afternoon treat.

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Ingredients

2 servings

For the cherry syrup

1 cup fresh or frozen sweet cherries, pitted
¼ cup water
2 tbsp honey

For serving

3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
1 ½ cups sparkling water, chilled
1 cup ice cubes
2 lime wedges (optional)
4 fresh cherries, for garnish (optional)

Instructions

1
Combine the pitted cherries, water, and honey in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook, stirring occasionally and pressing the cherries gently with a spoon, until the cherries have softened and released their juice and the liquid is a deep ruby color, about 5 minutes.
2
Pour the cherry mixture through a fine-mesh strainer set over a small bowl or measuring cup, pressing the solids firmly to extract as much syrup as possible. Discard the solids. Let the cherry syrup cool to room temperature, about 15 minutes.

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