Ingredients:

  • 1 cup (200g) granulated white sugar
  • 1/2 cup (120ml) water
  • 2 tbsp (30ml) tart cherry concentrate (unsweetened)
  • 1/2 tsp (3g) citric acid powder
  • 1/4 tsp (1.25ml) lime extract
  • 2 drops red food coloring
  • 4 cups (960ml) chilled sparkling water

Instructions:

  1. Combine the sugar and water in a small saucepan over medium heat. Whisk constantly until the sugar is completely dissolved and the liquid is clear.
  2. Remove from heat immediately. Stir in the tart cherry concentrate, citric acid, lime extract, and red food coloring until the mixture is a vibrant red.
  3. Fill a tall glass to the brim with ice and pour in 3 tbsp (45ml) of the prepared Code Red syrup.
  4. Slowly top with chilled sparkling water.
  5. Using a long spoon, stir gently from the bottom up exactly three times to integrate the syrup without releasing too much carbonation.