Fizzy Sour Cherry Lemonade

1. 1

   Blend cherries (including pits) in a blender at low speed until skins have broken down enough to brightly color liquid (some of pits will be coarsely chopped).

2. 2

   Pour through a sieve into a 4-quart pitcher, pressing on and discarding solids.

3. 3

   Add lemon juice and sugar, to taste, stirring until sugar is dissolved.

4. 4

   Pour 3 tablespoons white rum, if using, into each of 16 tall (10-ounce) glasses filled with ice.

5. 5

   Add 1/2 cup cherry lemonade to each and top off with sparkling water.

6. 6

   Cooks' note: Sour cherry lemonade can be made 1 day ahead and chilled, covered.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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