Cherry Limeade Gatorade-Inspired Drink
Published Jul 26, 2025
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Do y’all remember those cherry limeades from Sonic? The ones we grew up slurping down during hot summer afternoons? This Cherry Limeade Gatorade-Inspired Drink is my healthy, homemade version. It’s got all the tangy-sweet nostalgia, but with real ingredients and a natural electrolyte boost. Basically, it’s a cherry limeade, Gatorade-style.
Why You’ll Love This Cherry Limeade Gatorade Recipe
This one’s part of my weekly Homemade Gatorade series, and it might just be my favorite yet. Y’all have been loving these drops, especially the lemon lime, peach blackberry, strawberry kiwi, orange, pineapple pomegranate, and blueberry combos. And of course, I had to keep it going with a fresh Cherry Lime flavor that’s both hydrating and fun.
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Ingredients You’ll Need
- Coconut Water: This is the base that hydrates. It’s packed with natural electrolytes like potassium and is perfect for post-workout sipping or poolside lounging.
- Aloe Vera Juice: Known for its hydrating and soothing properties, aloe adds a refreshing twist while supporting digestion and recovery.
- Lime: Bright, citrusy, and just tart enough to balance the sweetness. This is where the “limeade” magic comes from.
- Cherries: Naturally sweet and antioxidant-rich, cherries give this drink its rich flavor and deep pink color.
- Salt: Just a pinch of mineral-rich salt helps replenish sodium lost through sweat. Essential for real hydration.
- Honey or Maple Syrup: A touch of natural sweetness ties everything together without overpowering the fruit.
How to Make a Homemade Cherry Limeade Gatorade
Step 1: Add the coconut water, aloe juice, pitted cherries, peeled lime, salt, and sweetener to a blender.
Step 2: Blend until smooth.
Step 3: Pour the mixture over ice through a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp.
Step 4: Garnish with fresh cherries and lime slices, then enjoy!
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Cherry Limemade Gatorade-Inspired Drink
Ingredients
- 1½ cups coconut water (or substitute with filtered water or decaf green tea)
- 1 cup aloe vera juice (or substitute with green tea, coconut water, or filtered water)
- 1 lime (peeled)
- 1/2 cup pitted cherries
- ¼ – ½ teaspoon salt
- 1 – 2 tablespoons honey or maple syrup adjust to taste
Instructions
- Add the coconut water, aloe juice, pitted cherries, peeled lime, salt, and sweetener to a blender.
- Blend until smooth.
- Pour the mixture over ice through a fine mesh strainer to remove any pulp.
- Garnish with fresh cherries and lime slices, then enjoy!
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
