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Refreshing homemade Cherry Limeade inspired by Sonic's iconic drink

Cherry Limeade (Sonic Copycat Perfected)

A refreshing, fizzy Cherry Limeade made with fresh lime juice and cherry syrup, perfect for hot days.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 glass
Course: Beverage, Refreshment
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cherry Limeade
  • 1 to 2 pieces limes (approximately 2 tablespoons of fresh lime juice) Use fresh lime for best flavor.
  • 2 tablespoons cherry syrup or grenadine Cherry syrup gives a more authentic cherry taste.
  • 1 tablespoon simple syrup Optional for added sweetness.
  • 1 cup lemon lime soda or plain sparkling water Adjust sweetness based on choice of soda.
  • 2 to 3 pieces maraschino cherries Plus some juice from the jar for extra flavor.
  • to taste lime slices for serving Optional for garnish.
  • as needed ice Fill glass generously with ice.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Fill a tall glass all the way with ice.
  2. Squeeze in fresh lime juice.
  3. Add cherry syrup and simple syrup (if desired).
  4. Slightly stir the mixture gently to combine.
  5. Slowly pour in either lemon lime soda or sparkling water.
  6. Drop in a couple of maraschino cherries and garnish with a lime slice.
  7. Taste and adjust tartness with more lime juice or sweetness with extra syrup as preferred.

Notes

Best served fresh. To prep ahead, mix lime juice and cherry syrup and store in fridge for up to 3 days. Serve with ice and top with soda just before drinking.