Description
A refreshing and naturally sweet Midnight Tart Cherry Mocktail featuring tart cherry juice, fresh lime, honey, vanilla, and a hint of sea salt, topped with sparkling water for a fizzy finish. Perfect as a healthy, non-alcoholic beverage to enjoy at any time.
Ingredients
Scale
Mocktail Base
- 1/2 cup (4 oz) tart cherry juice
- Zest of 1 medium lime
- Juice of 1 medium lime
- 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)
- Ice cubes
- Lime wedge (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
- Prepare the mocktail base: In a jar, combine the tart cherry juice, lime zest, lime juice, honey or maple syrup, vanilla extract, and Celtic sea salt. If desired, add a serving of magnesium supplement at this stage. Seal the jar and shake vigorously for 30 seconds or use a frother to mix thoroughly until well combined.
- Assemble and serve: Fill a glass with ice cubes. Pour the mixed cherry base over the ice, then top with equal parts sparkling water (about 1/2 cup). Stir gently and garnish with a lime wedge if desired. Serve immediately and enjoy the refreshing mocktail.
Notes
- Use pure tart cherry juice without added sugars for the best flavor and health benefits.
- Adjust sweetness by using more or less honey or maple syrup according to taste.
- Adding a magnesium supplement is optional and can enhance the drink’s relaxation benefits.
- For a vegan version, use maple syrup instead of honey.
- Serve immediately to retain the fizz from sparkling water.
