There’s something undeniably irresistible about a cold glass of cherry juice, especially when it’s naturally sweet, beautifully deep in color, and brimming with health benefits.

Prep Time: 5 minutes
Yield: 2 servings

Ingredients:

• 2 cups fresh or frozen cherries (pitted)
• 1 cup water
• Optional: 1–2 teaspoons honey or maple syrup (if using tart cherries)

Instructions:

1. In a saucepan, simmer cherries and water over medium heat for 10–15 minutes until soft.
2. Let it cool slightly, then blend until smooth.
3. Strain through a fine mesh sieve or cheesecloth for a smoother juice.
4. Chill and serve!