Honey Free Vegan Cherry Limeade with Lime Zest and Ice
Tart cherry juice and fresh lime come together in this vibrant, fizzy drink that tastes like summer in a glass. Agave syrup stands in as the sweetener here, which means the whole thing is completely free of bee-derived ingredients without sacrificing any of that lush, rounded sweetness you'd expect. The lime zest gets stirred right into the syrup while it's still warm, pulling out all those fragrant oils and giving every sip a bright, aromatic punch that plain juice just can't deliver. Sparkling water gets added last with a gentle stir, so you keep all that satisfying effervescence intact. The deep ruby color from the tart cherry juice makes this look almost too pretty to drink — almost. It's the kind of refresher that works equally well for a backyard gathering or a quiet afternoon when you just want something a little more special than plain water.
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4 servings
For the simple syrup
- ½ cup agave syrup
- ½ cup water
For the limeade
- ¾ cup fresh lime juice (from about 6 limes)
- 1 tbsp lime zest (from about 2 limes)
- 1 cup tart cherry juice
- 2 cups sparkling water
For serving
- 2 cups ice
- 4 lime slices, for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Combine the agave syrup and water in a small saucepan over medium heat, stirring until the agave is fully dissolved, about 2–3 minutes. Remove from heat and let cool for 15 minutes until no longer warm to the touch.
- 2
Zest 2 limes directly into the cooled syrup and stir to combine, then juice enough limes to yield 3/4 cup fresh lime juice.
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