- ½ cup 100% cherry juice
- Juice of 1 lime
- 3 oz vodka optional
- 1 cup soda water or to taste
- Ice
- Optional: sugar + lime wedge for the rim
- Garnish: fresh cherries or lime wheels
(Optional) For a sugared rim: Rub the rim of two glasses with a lime wedge, then dip in sugar.
In a shaker or small pitcher, combine cherry juice, lime juice, and vodka (if using).
Fill glasses with ice and pour the mixture evenly between the two.
Top each with soda water and stir gently.
Garnish with cherries or lime wheels. Serve immediately.