Cherry Martini Sparkling Water Twist (Print View)
Cherry, lemon, and sparkling water combine for a lively, alcohol-free drink, ideal for any festive moment.
# Components:
→ Cherry Base
01 - 1 cup frozen pitted cherries, thawed
02 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
03 - 1 tablespoon agave syrup or simple syrup
→ Liquid & Sparkling Twist
04 - 1/2 cup cherry juice, 100 percent pure and unsweetened
05 - 1/2 cup cold sparkling water
→ Garnish
06 - 2 fresh cherries
07 - Lemon zest or mint sprig, optional
# Directions:
01 - In a blender, combine thawed cherries, freshly squeezed lemon juice, and agave syrup. Blend until completely smooth.
02 - Strain the cherry mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a cocktail shaker to remove all pulp.
03 - Add cherry juice to the shaker. Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.
04 - Strain the mixture evenly into two chilled martini glasses.
05 - Gently top each glass with cold sparkling water to retain effervescence.
06 - Garnish each glass with a fresh cherry and, if desired, a twist of lemon zest or a sprig of mint. Serve immediately.
# Expert Advice:
01 -
- Uses real cherries and pure cherry juice for a juicy burst of fruit
- No fancy tools required just a blender and shaker
- Ready start to finish in just ten minutes
- Dairy free gluten free and vegan friendly so everyone can enjoy
- Makes any gathering feel like a festive event
02 -
- Contains no alcohol yet feels celebratory
- Perfect for vegan gluten free and dairy free diets
- Lower in sugar than many mocktails
03 -
- Always strain the cherry purée well for the smoothest prettiest drink
- The finer you zest the lemon the more it perfumes each sip
- Try chilling your martini glasses in the freezer for the best finish