Refreshing Alcohol-Free Cherry Tree

Refreshing Alcohol-Free Cherry Tree

Ingredients

• A handful of fresh, pitted cherries
• A few fresh mint leaves
• 1 thin lemon slice
• Crushed ice to fill the glass
• Sparkling water or lemon soda (according to preference)
• Cherry syrup (optional)

Preparation steps

1. In a blender, combine the pitted cherries and mint leaves. Blend until you have a smooth puree.
2. Fill a glass with crushed ice, almost to the top.
3. Carefully pour the cherry and mint mixture over the ice.
4. Add the lemon slice to the glass.
5. Fill the rest of the glass with sparkling water or lemon soda, according to your taste. If desired, add a drizzle of cherry syrup for extra sweetness.
6. Gently stir with a straw or spoon to combine all the ingredients.
7. Garnish with a fresh cherry or a mint leaf for a final touch.