Turkey Free Vegan Cherry Limeade with Lime Zest and Ice
Bright, tangy, and deeply refreshing, this cherry limeade is the kind of drink that makes you feel like summer arrived early. Fresh lime juice and lime zest bring a punchy citrus backbone, while tart cherry juice adds a gorgeous ruby color and a fruity depth that store-bought lemonade mixes simply can't compete with. A quick agave simple syrup ties everything together with just the right amount of sweetness — no refined sugar, no animal-derived ingredients, nothing to second-guess. The sparkling water gets stirred in gently at the end so every glass stays beautifully fizzy right through the last sip. It comes together in one pitcher, which makes it just as easy to serve a crowd as it is to pour a single glass over ice on a quiet afternoon. The lime zest steeped into the syrup is a small step that makes a genuinely noticeable difference, giving the whole drink a fragrant, almost floral citrus lift you won't get from juice alone.
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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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