Rice Free Vegan Cherry Limeade with Lime Zest and Ice
Bright, tangy, and deeply refreshing, this sparkling cherry limeade is the kind of drink that makes a regular afternoon feel like a celebration. Fresh lime juice and fragrant lime zest give it a citrusy punch, while tart cherry juice adds a gorgeous ruby color and a fruity depth that balances the sweetness beautifully. Agave syrup stands in for refined sweeteners, keeping everything plant-based and smooth without any overpowering sweetness. The whole thing comes together in a large pitcher, so it's just as easy to make for a crowd as it is for a quiet evening at home. Sparkling water gets stirred in gently at the end to keep every glass lively and effervescent. There's nothing here that sneaks in grains or fillers — just clean, whole ingredients that let the fruit flavors shine. Serve it over plenty of ice with a lime slice on the rim and it looks almost too pretty to drink.
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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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