Cherry Sage Sundown

Cherry and sage make an earthy, tart pairing, with lemon adding a little more brightness. Because cherry juice already has a strong personality, the sage can stay small and still be noticeable. Mix the juice and lemon, then briefly infuse the herb before topping with sparkling water. It’s a more savory variation on cherry fizz, suited to someone who wants fruit flavor without the familiar sweetness of a cherry soda.

Ingredients

• 5 oz Sparkling water
• 2 oz Tart cherry juice
• 1 leaf Sage
• 1/2 oz Lemon juice

Make it

1. Add any fruit, herbs, spices, or syrup to a glass and gently press to release flavor.
2. Add the still liquids and ice. Stir to combine.
3. Pour in the sparkling ingredient slowly and stir once. Serve immediately.

Benefits

Lemon · a little vitamin C

Using lemon with cherry and sage brings vitamin C for absorbing iron from plant foods, along with a clean citrus sharpness.

Cherry · more than a sweet mixer

With sage and lemon in the glass, the measured cherry contributes a deep, tangy cherry flavor as an accent to the fizz.