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Cherry Limeade Sonic Copycat

A refreshing drink perfect for hot days, this copycat version of Sonic's Cherry Limeade combines tangy lime juice with sweet cherry syrup for a delightful beverage.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 6 servings
Course: Beverage, Drink
Cuisine: American
Calories: 150
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Cherry Limeade
  • 1 cup lime juice (about 8 to 10 limes, freshly squeezed) Use fresh limes for the best flavor.
  • 1.5 cups dark cherry simple syrup To make, combine equal parts sugar and dark cherry juice, heat until sugar dissolves.
  • 4 cups water
  • 3 cups lemon-lime soda You can substitute with sparkling water for a less sweet option.
  • Ice For serving.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Prepare 1 1/2 cup dark cherry simple syrup at least 1 hour in advance.
  2. Squeeze the limes to make 1 cup lime juice and add it to a large pitcher.
  3. Add the dark cherry simple syrup, water, and lemon-lime soda to the pitcher.
  4. Stir everything well to combine.
  5. Serve over ice and garnish with lime wheels and cherries.

Notes

Store leftovers in the refrigerator in a covered pitcher. Best consumed within a day or two for freshness. If left too long, the carbonation from the lemon-lime soda may go flat. Adjust sweetness by adding more or less cherry syrup as desired. For a different twist, add mint leaves for a refreshing flavor.