Peanut Free Vegan Cherry Limeade with Lime Zest and Ice
Tart cherry juice and fresh lime come together in this vibrant, jewel-toned drink that tastes like summer in a glass. The combination of bright citrus, deep berry flavor, and fizzy sparkling water makes it feel like something you'd order at a fancy café — except you made it yourself in about fifteen minutes. A quick agave simple syrup ties everything together with just the right amount of sweetness, and stirring in fresh lime zest gives it an aromatic punch that bottled juice simply can't match. Since every ingredient here is straightforward and plant-based, there's no need to scan labels or worry about hidden allergens sneaking into your drink. It's naturally free of the usual store-bought concerns and comes together in one pitcher, making it easy to scale up for a crowd. Serve it over plenty of ice with a lime slice on the rim and watch it disappear fast.
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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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