Description
Cool off this summer with our refreshing Fresh Cherry Lemonade Recipe (2 Ways). This delightful drink captures the vibrant flavors of cherries and lemons, making it a perfect companion for picnics, barbecues, or lazy afternoons. In just about 15 minutes, you can create a sweet-tart beverage that is not only easy to prepare but also customizable based on your preferences. Opt for homemade cherry juice using fresh cherries or take a shortcut with bottled tart-cherry juice—either way, you’ll enjoy a deliciously invigorating drink. Naturally sweetened and beautifully garnished, this cherry lemonade will surely impress your guests while keeping you cool!
Ingredients
Scale
- 3/4 cup cherry juice (fresh or bottled)
- 1/2 cup fresh lemon juice (about 3 lemons)
- 1/3 cup + 2 tablespoons honey or preferred sweetener
- 3 cups water (adjust for taste)
- Ice cubes
- Fresh cherries and lemon slices for garnish
Instructions
- If using fresh cherries, pit and blend them until smooth; strain the mixture to extract the juice.
- In a mixing pitcher, combine the lemon juice and honey, stirring until dissolved.
- Add the cherry juice and water; mix well.
- Serve over ice in glasses adorned with fresh cherries and lemon slices.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Drinks
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 43g
- Sodium: 15mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 45g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg