Sour Cherry Lemonade

9 ingredients
9 steps

Ingredients

  • 1 lb. fresh sour (tart) cherries
  • 1 c. granulated sugar
  • 4 c. club soda
  • 1 1/2 c. fresh lemon juice
  • 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
  • 1/2 c. superfine sugar
  • ice cubes
  • 1 c. water
  • fresh sour (tart) cherries

Directions

  1. 1
    Make the syrup: Simmer cherries, granulated sugar, water, and lemon juice in a medium saucepan over medium heat until cherries are broken down and juicy and liquid is syrupy, about 30 minutes.
  2. 2
    Strain cherries and syrup through a fine sieve; discard solids.
  3. 3
    Let cool completely.
  4. 4
    Make the lemonade: Fill a large pitcher with ice.
  5. 5
    Add club soda, lemon juice, superfine sugar, and 1/2 cup cherry syrup; stir to combine.
  6. 6
    Garnish with fresh cherries.
  7. 7
    Divide lemonade among glasses.
  8. 8
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