This refreshing cocktail brings together homemade sour cherry rakija and sparkling water, just like Balkan families would serve on warm evenings. Itβs strong, fruity, and full of heritage β a toast to simpler times.
Ingredients
Servings: 4
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π 60 ml sour cherry rakija (2 oz)
π«§ 120 ml sparkling water (Β½ cup)
π Juice of Β½ lemon (1 tbsp)
π§ Ice cubes
πΏ Optional: fresh mint or a cherry for garnish
Preparation
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Total Time
π οΈ Prep: 5 min
π₯ Cook: 0 min
π Total: 5 min
Nutritional Value
π₯ 110 kcal
πͺ Protein: 0 g
π§ Fat: 0 g
π Carbohydrates: 6 g
π§ Sodium: 5 mg
πΈ Alcohol: ~12%
π₯ 110 kcalπ 6 g carbs
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Advice
Use homemade sour cherry rakija if possible β thatβs where the magic lives.
Status
π Light, fizzy, and dangerously smooth.
The Balkan way to sip and smile.
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