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Cherry cooler is a perfect summer drink recipe you can make in just 10 minutes and technically with just 3 ingredients(not counting salt).
My love for homemade mocktails
When fresh cherries are in season, this easy Cherry Cooler Recipe is one of the most refreshing drinks you can make at home. Made with juicy fresh cherries, chilled water, sugar, and flavorful Indian spices like black salt and chaat masala, this homemade cherry drink is fruity, cooling, and ready in just 10 minutes. Whether you're looking for a refreshing summer drink, a fun non-alcoholic mocktail, or a delicious way to use seasonal cherries, this recipe is sure to become a favourite.
If you enjoy easy homemade beverages, you'll also love my Mango Cream, Rose Shrikhand, and Jamun Sorbet-all perfect for staying cool during warm weather.
Why You'll Love This Recipe
- Ready in only 10 minutes.
- Uses fresh seasonal cherries.
- Naturally vegetarian and gluten-free.
- Easily adjustable sweetness.
- Perfect for summer parties and BBQs.
- Kids and adults both love it.
- Can be made ahead and chilled.
Few tips
- Choose dark red, ripe cherries for the sweetest flavour.
- Chill the cherries before blending for an extra refreshing drink.
- Add sparkling water instead of plain water for a fizzy cooler.
- Freeze cherries beforehand to avoid watering down the drink with ice.
- Taste before serving and adjust the sugar to suit the cherries' sweetness.
Delicious Variations
- Blend in fresh mint leaves for a refreshing mint cherry cooler.
- Replace sugar with honey or maple syrup.
- Add lemon juice for a tangy twist.
- Top with sparkling water for a fizzy cherry spritzer.
- Add ginger ale for a festive party drink.
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Ingredients
Below are the ingredients required to make a cherry cooler.
Fresh cherries - Fresh cherries are used here. You can prepare this recipe with frozen cherries, too. However, I have not tried canned cherries.
Sugar - Optional ingredient. You can make it with or without sugar.
Water - To blend and adjust consistency.
Salt and chat masala - to enhance the taste.
FAQs
Yes. Frozen cherries work well if fresh cherries are unavailable. Thaw them slightly before blending for the best texture and flavour.
No. Straining is optional. Straining gives a smoother drink, while leaving the pulp adds more fibre and a thicker, smoothie-like consistency.
Absolutely. If your cherries are naturally sweet, you can skip the sugar altogether or use honey, maple syrup, or another sweetener to taste.
Store the blended cherry cooler in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 24 hours. Stir well before serving, as natural separation may occur.
Cherry cooler pairs beautifully with light summer snacks such as sandwiches, wraps, pakoras, grilled vegetables, fruit salads, or picnic meals. It's also a refreshing drink to serve at brunches and summer gatherings.
Recipe
Cherry cooler - perfect summer drink recipe
Equipment
Ingredients
- 3 cups Fresh cherries
- Sugar , to taste
- 1 cup Water, to blend
- Salt , to taste
- a pinch chaat masala
Instructions
- Wash a handful of cherries and remove the seeds from it.3 cups (414 g) Fresh cherries
- Transfer cherries into a blender. Add sugar and water and blend it.Sugar , 1 cup (236.59 ml) Water, 3 cups (414 g) Fresh cherries
- Once everything is blended, strain the mixture.
- In a serving glass, add black salt and chaat masala, and lots of ice. Add cherry mixture and serve chill.Salt , a pinch chaat masala
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