Cherry Velvet Limeade Mocktail

The Blender Girl's Note:

This simple little concoction can be whipped up in minutes, and is zesty and refreshing for the whole family. Serve it in martini glasses garnished with lime wedges, mint, and a squeeze of fresh ginger juice. It satisfies the “tart at heart” in me and I hope it will in you too. This recipe is really basic. Feel free to jazz it up. But I liked it just like this. Not exactly what you’d find at the fair – but a winner nonetheless!

• Total Time: 5 mins
• Prep Time: 5 mins
• Cook Time: 0 mins

Ingredients:

Servings: 4

• 1 cup freshly squeezed lime juice
• 1 cup raw Agave
• 2 cups fresh pitted cherries (or frozen)
• 1 lime, with skin on chopped roughly
• 4 -6 cups sparkling water

Directions:

1. Place the lime juice and agave in a saucepan and stir on a low heat until agave is fully dissolved – about 1 minute. Allow this syrup to cool.
2. Place the syrup in your blender with the cherries and whole lime, and puree in the blender until nice and frothy.
3. Transfer to a glass jug and pour in the desired amount of sparkling water.
4. Garnish with mint leaves and lime wedges.
5. You could add a squeeze of fresh ginger juice for an added zing. YUM!