Summery Sober Spritz: Refreshing Cherry Rose Cocktail
Sep 08, 2025
If you want a spirit free drink that feels elegant and grown up, the Summery Sober Spritz delivers. It is floral. It is fruity. It is spiced in all the right ways. This cherry rose cocktail drinks like something crafted with intention and care. Everything but the booze.
The Magic of El Guapo™ Love Potion Bitters
Love Potion Bitters make this drink special. They are alcohol free and full of layered flavor. Cherry, cacao and warm spices create real depth without the burn. They blend beautifully with fresh cherries and rose water. The result is soft, romantic and complex.
Ingredients
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- 1 oz El Guapo™ Cajun Grenadine
- .5 oz lemon juice
- 1 Barspoon rose water
- Fresh cherries
- Sparkling water
- 6 dashes El Guapo™ Love Potion Bitters
- Garden flowers, for garnish
Instructions
- Pit two or three cherries and muddle them with lemon juice.
- Add rose water, Love Potion Bitters and Cajun Grenadine. Stir to combine.
- Add a splash of sparkling water and stir again.
- Fill a glass with crushed ice.
- Strain the mixture over the ice.
- Top with sparkling water.
- Garnish with fresh flowers. Choose flowers that are safe to use.
The Alcohol-Free Bitters Advantage
Love Potion Bitters add complexity that holds the drink together. The cherry and cacao notes deepen the grenadine. The spice balances the citrus. You get a zero proof drink with structure and nuance. No artificial anything. Made in New Orleans.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Are all bitters alcohol free?
No. Most bitters use a high proof base. Love Potion Bitters are alcohol free and perfect for zero proof drinks.
What do bitters do in a spirit free drink?
They add dimension. A few dashes keep the drink from tasting flat or overly sweet.
Can I make this cocktail without a muddler?
Yes. Use the back of a spoon or muddle the cherries in a small bowl first.
