Sparkling Cherry Gin Refresher

This refreshing cocktail combines the sweetness of muddled cherries, the invigorating aroma of mint, and the zesty kick of lime juice. It's further enhanced with the complex flavors of bitters and simple syrup, topped off with the effervescence of club soda and elderflower tonic water. Perfect for brunch or as a revitalizing pick-me-up!

Sparkling Cherry Gin Refresher

A delightful mix of muddled cherries, mint, lime juice, and non-alcoholic gin, topped with club soda and elderflower tonic water.

4.33 from 42 votes
Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 3 black cherries, pitted
  • 8-10 mint leaves
  • Ice
  • 2 1/2 oz non-alcoholic gin
  • 3/4 oz lime juice
  • 3 dashes Angostura bitters
  • 1 oz simple syrup
  • 2 oz club soda
  • 2 oz elderflower tonic water
  • Mint sprig, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the pitted cherries and mint leaves until fully crushed to release their juices.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and pour in the non-alcoholic gin, lime juice, bitters, and simple syrup.
  3. Secure the shaker and vigorously shake for 30 seconds.
  4. Double strain the mixture into a highball or Collins glass filled with ice.
  5. Top the drink with club soda and elderflower tonic water.
  6. Garnish with a sprig of mint. Enjoy the Sparkling Cherry Gin Refresher!