Cherry Vanilla Soda Mocktail
This cherry vanilla soda mocktail blends tart cherry juice, smooth vanilla, and fizzy soda for a nostalgic, sweet, and refreshing non-alcoholic drink.
Equipment
- Tall glass or mason jar
- Measuring spoons
- Measuring cup
- Small spoon or stir stick
- Knife and cutting board
- Strainer
- Ice cube tray
Ingredients
- 0.5 cup tart cherry juice or regular cherry juice
- 1 tsp vanilla extract or 1 inch scraped vanilla bean
- 1 cup sparkling water or club soda or ginger ale
- 1-2 tsp honey or maple syrup or vanilla syrup, to taste
- 1 tsp lime juice or lemon juice
- ice cubes or frozen cherries
- fresh cherries for garnish
- mint leaves optional
Instructions
- Fill a tall glass halfway with ice cubes or frozen cherries.
- Pour in the cherry juice and stir in the vanilla extract or scraped vanilla bean.
- Add the honey, maple syrup, or vanilla syrup, stirring until blended.
- Squeeze in the lime juice or lemon juice for brightness.
- Slowly top with sparkling water, club soda, or ginger ale.
- Stir gently with a spoon to preserve the fizz.
- Garnish with fresh cherries or a sprig of mint leaves.
Notes
Tart cherry juice adds depth, while regular cherry juice keeps it playful. Try ginger ale for a softer finish, or simmer a vanilla bean with honey for rich syrup. Frozen cherries work as flavorful ice cubes, and mint adds a cool contrast without overpowering the cherry.