This Easy Sonic Cherry Limeade is a refreshing, fizzy drink bursting with sweet cherry flavor and tangy lime. It’s just like the classic from Sonic Drive-In but made right at home in minutes. Perfect for hot days, parties, or anytime you want a fun, nostalgic drink.
Cooking Time: 5 minutes
Servings: 4 glasses
Ingredients:
1 cup cold Sprite or lemon-lime soda
1 cup cold club soda (optional for extra fizz)
½ cup maraschino cherry juice (from the jar)
¼ cup freshly squeezed lime juice (about 2–3 limes)
¼ cup simple syrup or 2 tablespoons sugar (adjust to taste)
1 cup crushed ice
8–10 maraschino cherries, for garnish
Lime slices, for garnish
Instructions:
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Prepare the Limeade Base:
In a large pitcher, combine lime juice, cherry juice, and simple syrup (or sugar). Stir until fully dissolved. -
Add the Fizz:
Pour in the Sprite and club soda. Stir gently so you keep the bubbles while mixing the flavors evenly. -
Serve:
Fill glasses with crushed ice. Pour the cherry limeade over the ice and garnish with maraschino cherries and lime slices. -
Optional Twist:
For a frozen version, blend the mixture with ice instead of serving it over ice for a slushy-style treat.
Tips:
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Use Diet Sprite for a lighter version.
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Add a splash of grenadine for deeper cherry color and sweetness.
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For a grown-up twist, mix in a shot of vodka or rum.
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Make it ahead and store the cherry-lime base in the fridge; just add soda before serving.
Nutrition (per serving):
Calories: 85
Sugar: 20g
Carbohydrates: 22g
Sodium: 10mg
Vitamin C: 12mg
This drink is fizzy, sweet, and tangy—just like the Sonic classic, but homemade and even better chilled with lots of ice!
