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Dirty Cherry Limeade

Dirty cherry limeade with heavy cream, maraschino cherries, fresh lime, and ice in a clear glass on a white marble countertop.
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This Dirty Cherry Limeade is the perfect balance of bright citrus, sweet cherry flavor, and smooth cream. Made with lemon-lime soda, cherry syrup, fresh lime juice, maraschino cherries, and heavy cream, this refreshing drink tastes like a classic drive-in favorite — but even better at home. Quick to make and incredibly craveable, it’s the perfect treat for warm afternoons, parties, or whenever you want a fun soda shop–style drink.

Ingredients

  • Ice (enough to fill a 16 oz glass)
  • 12 oz lemon-lime soda (Sprite or Starry work great)
  • 1 oz cherry syrup (classic cherry or maraschino syrup both work)
  • ½ oz fresh lime juice
  • 2–3 oz heavy cream
  • 2–3 maraschino cherries

Instructions

  1. Fill a 16 oz glass with ice.
  2. Pour the lemon-lime soda over the ice.
  3. Add the cherry syrup and fresh lime juice. Stir gently to combine.
  4. Slowly pour in the heavy cream and give it a light stir to create that signature creamy swirl.
  5. Garnish with maraschino cherries and serve immediately.

Notes

Start with 2 oz heavy cream for a brighter blush color. Increase to 3 oz for a richer soda shop–style drink.

Fresh lime juice keeps the drink vibrant and prevents it from tasting overly sweet.

Use maraschino cherry syrup if you prefer a bolder cherry flavor.

Don’t skip the cherries — they enhance both presentation and flavor.

Find it online: https://ourgratefulkitchen.com/dirty-cherry-limeade/