Caribbean Cherry Juice | @SpiceIslandCooking473

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with fewer calories.

fresh cherries

🥗Healthier: frozen cherries

💰Cheaper: canned cherries

Frozen cherries retain flavor and are often less expensive.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice offers a similar tartness at a lower cost.

vanilla extract

🥗Healthier: vanilla bean

💰Cheaper: vanilla essence

Vanilla essence provides flavor at a lower price.

Wash fresh cherries thoroughly under cold water.

Remove the stems and pits from the cherries.

Place the cherries in a blender with water and blend until smooth.

Strain the mixture through a fine mesh sieve into a pitcher.

Add sugar to the strained juice and stir until dissolved.

Mix in lime juice and vanilla extract for flavor.

Chill the juice in the refrigerator for 30 minutes.

Serve over ice cubes and garnish with mint leaves.

Cooking Techniques

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