Black Cherry Lemonade Mocktail Recipe:

Ingredients:

• 1 cup black cherries (pitted)
• 1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice (about 4-6 lemons)
• 1/2 cup granulated sugar (adjust to taste)
• 1 cup water
• 2 cups sparkling water or club soda
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slices and fresh cherries for garnish (optional)
• Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Make it a Quickie 

Ingredients:

• 1 cup store-bought black cherry juice
• 1 tbsp simple syrup (more or less depending on how sweet you like it)
• 1 cup club soda
• 1 cup premade lemonade
• Juice from 1 freshly squeezed lemon
• Ice cubes
• Lemon slices and fresh cherries for garnish (optional)
• Mint leaves for garnish (optional)

Mix all ingredients together and serve on ice with garnish 

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Cherry Syrup:
   In a small saucepan, combine the pitted black cherries, sugar, and water. Heat over medium heat and bring to a gentle boil. Reduce heat and let it simmer for about 10-15 minutes, or until the cherries have softened and the sugar has completely dissolved. Remove from heat and let it cool.
2. Blend and Strain:
   Once the cherry mixture has cooled, transfer it to a blender. Blend until the cherries are fully pureed.
3. Strain the Mixture:
   Place a fine-mesh strainer over a bowl and pour the cherry mixture through it to strain out any solids. Press down with a spoon to extract as much liquid as possible.
4. Combine with Lemon Juice:
   In a large pitcher, combine the freshly squeezed lemon juice and the strained cherry mixture. Stir well to mix.
5. Chill:
   Place the pitcher in the refrigerator to chill for at least 1-2 hours.
6. Assemble the Mocktail:
   When ready to serve, fill glasses with ice cubes.
7. Add Club Soda:
   Pour club soda into the glasses, leaving some room at the top for the cherry lemon mixture.
8. Pour the Cherry Lemon Mixture:
   Slowly pour the cherry lemon mixture into each glass, allowing it to mix with the sparkling water.
9. Garnish:
   If desired, garnish with lemon slices, fresh cherries, and mint leaves.
10. Serve:
    Stir gently before serving to ensure all flavors are well combined.

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Note: Adjust the sweetness and tartness to your preference by adding more sugar or lemon juice as needed. You can also experiment with different ratios of cherry syrup to lemon juice to achieve your desired flavor profile.