MSG Free Turmeric-Cinnamon Cherry Lime Cooler
This vibrant drink is a stunning deep ruby color before you even take a sip, and the flavor delivers just as much drama. Tart cherry juice brings a bold, fruity punch that gets brightened by fresh lime juice and mellowed by a touch of honey. The real magic is in the spice blend — turmeric, cinnamon, and a pinch of black pepper whisked directly into the honey so every sip is evenly seasoned with warm, earthy depth. Packaged drinks and flavored beverages are notorious for sneaking in additives and flavor enhancers, so making your own from scratch means you know exactly what's in the glass. Everything here is a whole, recognizable ingredient, which makes this cooler as clean as it is delicious. It comes together in minutes with just a whisk and two glasses, making it an effortless option for a refreshing afternoon drink or a crowd-pleasing mocktail at your next gathering.
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2 servings
- 1 ½ cups tart cherry juice, unsweetened
- ½ cup cold water
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 1 tbsp honey
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground cinnamon
- ⅛ tsp ground black pepper
- 2 cups ice cubes
For serving
- 2 lime slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a small bowl or measuring cup, whisk together the honey, ground turmeric, ground cinnamon, and black pepper until the honey is fully incorporated and no dry spice clumps remain.
- 2
Add the tart cherry juice, cold water, and fresh lime juice to the honey-spice mixture and whisk until evenly combined and the honey is fully dissolved.
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