Cherry Rooibos Sour

Rooibos and tart cherry juice give this original alcohol-free sour a red-fruit center with a tea-based backbone. Maple syrup adds measured sweetness, while lemon keeps the mixture structured when served without ice.

Cherry Rooibos Sour served in a coupe glass with a lemon twist against a black background.

Active preparation: 4 minutes

Ingredients

  • 60 ml Rooibos tea, brewed and chilled
  • 45 ml Tart cherry juice, unsweetened
  • 15 ml Fresh lemon juice
  • 10 ml Pure maple syrup
  • 1 piece Lemon peel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Chill a coupe glass and measure the ingredients.
  2. Add the non-carbonated liquid ingredients to a shaker.
  3. Fill the shaker with ice, seal, and shake briskly for about 10–12 seconds.
  4. Strain into the chilled coupe glass.
  5. Finish with a lemon twist and serve promptly.

Original recipe development. Not yet taste-tested.