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Spiced Cherry Sparkling Cocktail

Spiced Cherry Sparkling Cocktail Recipe
The Spiced Cherry Sparkling Cocktail blends juicy cherry, warming spiced rum, and lively bubbles for a festive, easy-to-make drink that feels special and sips light.
John
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Serving Size 1 cocktail

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker
  • Muddler
  • Fine-mesh strainer
  • Measuring jigger
  • Tall glass
  • Bar spoon
  • Ice cubes

Ingredients

  • 2 oz spiced rum
  • 1 oz cherry syrup homemade or good store-bought
  • 1 oz fresh lime juice
  • 3 oz sparkling water or cherry cola for a sweeter version
  • 2 fresh cherries one muddled, one for garnish
  • ice cubes to fill the glass

Instructions

  • Fill shaker with ice. Add spiced rum, cherry syrup, and lime juice.
  • Shake for 10–12 seconds until cold.
  • Muddle one cherry at the bottom of the serving glass.
  • Strain mix into glass over fresh ice.
  • Top with sparkling water or cherry cola.
  • Stir gently with a bar spoon.
  • Garnish with a whole cherry.

Notes

Balance sweetness and tartness to taste. For a lighter drink, use more sparkling water; for a sweeter version, use cherry cola. Serve right away to keep the bubbles lively.