Description
A refreshing and vibrant Midnight Tart Cherry Mocktail featuring tart cherry juice, zesty lime, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and a touch of sea salt, all combined with sparkling water for a light, invigorating drink that’s perfect any time of day.
Ingredients
Scale
Mocktail Base
- 1/2 cup (4 oz) tart cherry juice
- 1 medium lime, zest and juice
- 2 tsp honey or maple syrup
- 1/8 tsp vanilla extract
- 1/8 tsp Celtic sea salt
To Serve
- Sparkling water (about 1/2 cup / 4 oz)
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedge for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Make the base: In a jar, combine tart cherry juice, lime zest, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and Celtic sea salt. For an added health boost, you may include a serving of magnesium powder if desired. Seal the jar and shake vigorously for 30 seconds or use a frother to mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Add sparkling water and serve: Fill a glass with ice cubes and pour the mocktail base over the ice. Top with an equal amount of sparkling water (about 1/2 cup). Stir gently to combine. Garnish with a lime wedge if desired, and enjoy immediately.
Notes
- You can substitute honey with maple syrup to keep this recipe vegan-friendly.
- Adjust the sweetness to taste by adding more or less honey/maple syrup.
- Adding magnesium powder is optional and can contribute to relaxation benefits.
- Ensure to shake or froth well to fully blend flavors before adding sparkling water.
- Serve chilled for best refreshment.
