Tart Cherry Lime Elixir

Summary

Total Time: 10 minutes
Prep: 10 minutes
Cook: N/A
Yield: 4 cups
Level: Beginner

Ingredients

  • For the simple syrup:
  • 1 cup water
  • 3/4 cup sugar
  • For the cocktail:
  • 1 cup 100% Montmorency tart cherry juice
  • 1 cup lime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 cup water
  • 4 shots cherry vodka (or plain)
  • 1/8 teaspoon salt

Directions

To make the simple syrup, combine water and sugar in a medium pot. Bring to a boil and stir until sugar has dissolved. Remove and cool completely.

To make the cocktail, whisk together simple syrup, lime juice, water, Montmorency tart cherry juice, vodka and salt. Serve immediately over ice or store in the refrigerator for up to one week.

 

Recipe courtesy of Ari Ziskin, ArisMenu.com.