Ingredients
Scale
- 1 oz Fresh lime juice
- 1.5 oz Cherry syrup (or grenadine for a tart flavor)
- 5 oz Sparkling water or club soda
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 3–4 Fresh cherries, pitted (for garnish)
- 2 Lime slices or wheels (for garnish)
- 1 Fresh mint sprig (for garnish)
Instructions
- Step 1: Pour the fresh lime juice into a tall serving glass. Add the cherry syrup and stir gently with a spoon to ensure they are well combined.
- Step 2: Fill the glass generously with ice cubes, ensuring there's still a little room at the top for the sparkling water and garnish.
- Step 3: Slowly top the mixture with sparkling water or club soda, pouring directly over the ice. Stir once more very gently, just enough to incorporate the ingredients without losing too much of the fizz.
- Step 4: Garnish your mocktail by placing a lime slice on the rim of the glass or floating it in the drink. Add the fresh pitted cherries, either dropped into the drink or threaded onto a cocktail skewer.
- Step 5: Gently clap the fresh mint sprig between your palms to release its aroma, then place it into the glass. Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Retro Vixen mocktail!
Notes
- Keep the good times flowing by pre-mixing your lime juice and cherry syrup; this concentrated 'Retro Vixen' base can chill in the fridge for up to three days, just waiting for ice and fizz.
- Forget the microwave for this icy delight! For any leftover pre-mixed base, simply add fresh ice and sparkling water to revive its crisp, refreshing spirit – it's all about that chill.
- Present your 'Retro Vixen' mocktails in beautifully chilled tall glasses, perhaps with a fun straw, and encourage guests to play with extra garnishes like a medley of colorful berries or extra lime twists.
- For that truly 'Retro Vixen' zing, give your mint sprig a gentle clap between your palms before adding it; this simple trick awakens its essential oils for an irresistible aroma!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: American
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 10 fl oz (295mL)
- Calories: 130
- Sodium: 10mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Protein: 32g