Cherry juice has recently been considered as one of the most effective natural remedies for pain relief. Besides being delicious and having a natural taste, cherry juice can also increase total antioxidant capacity, reduce inflammation and fat peroxidation, and help restore muscle function. You can buy different versions of cherry cider at many stores, but why buy one when you can make your own? Check out the first step below to start making cherry cider on the stove or mixing it up quickly for immediate pain relief.
Ingredients
Method of Using the Stove
- 453 grams of cherries
- 907 grams sugar (use less, adjust to taste)
- 235 ml water
- 3 bottles of carbonated water (soda)
Fast and Easy Method
- 15 cherries, washed and deseeded
- Sugar or sugar substitute (to taste)
- Water (for flavor)
Step
Method 1 of 2: Using the Stove
Step 1. Place the cleaned and seeded cherries and sugar in a saucepan
If you want the cherries to be very tart, add a little more sugar. You can also use a sugar substitute (such as Splenda), honey, or agave syrup.
To remove the cherry seeds, cut holes with a knife. The seeds will come out on their own right away – or use a bread knife and forcibly remove them if it's difficult
Step 2. Cover the pan and let it sit at room temperature for 2 hours
The cherries take time to absorb the sweetness from the sugar. The cherry flavor will also be sharp later on, so you'll need water to thin it out.
Step 3. Add 235 ml of water and stir until all the sugar is dissolved
You'll need to get an almost even or even consistency (the cherries will make it completely unequal).
Step 4. Heat until boiling
Then, reduce the heat and let sit for 15 minutes. Small bubbles should remain to reduce the liquid and turn it into an almost syrupy consistency.
Step 5. When done, strain this mixture
Squeeze all the cherry juice into a separate container. Don't just strain it – you have to really squeeze out all of the juice.
you're done; You can throw away the cherries now. Or, you can also save it as a food sprinkling or preserve it
Step 6. Let the filtered liquid sit until it thickens like maple syrup
Then take the skillet off the stove, let it cool to room temperature and transfer it to a closed container to store it in the refrigerator. Finished!
The consistency is right; this is basically the concentration of sour cherry juice. The result shouldn't be just plain juice – the cherry juice should be much thicker
Step 7. To serve this drink, put a spoon or two of cherry juice in a glass of sparkling water
Carbonated water (or just plain water) can also be used. Experiment with the comparisons to find a flavor you like. You'll need one or two tries – but once you've found the right combination, the next time around will be a lot easier.
Store the rest in a tightly sealed box for later consumption. These leftovers can last several weeks if tightly closed and stored in the refrigerator
Method 2 of 2: Quick and Easy Way
Step 1. Place the cherries (cleaned and seeded) in a blender
Use about 15 pieces if you want to make a glass for yourself; use more if you plan on serving to several people, or want to save it for later!
The easiest way to clean and remove cherry seeds is to place them in a bowl, wash them in cold water, and dry them. Next, cut the cherries vertically and remove the seeds with the tip of a bread knife
Step 2. Add sugar if you like, and press the blender button to start mixing
If you want a very sour taste, don't add sugar. Otherwise, start with about 2 tablespoons of sugar – you can always add more later if you need it.
You can also use a no-calorie sweetener, honey, or agave syrup
Step 3. Add water as required
Without water, your cherry juice will have a syrupy consistency. Add spoonfuls at a time, pressing the blender button between each addition. Stop when you reach your desired consistency.
There may be a few floating chunks that will keep your cherry mix from having a creamy consistency; this is normal. We'll deal with that in the next few steps
Step 4. Strain the cherry juice through a sieve, unless you want a few small pieces of cherries to remain
Use a glass strainer (like the one you use for cocktails), so all you have to do is place it over the glass and just pour – this is easier to do and will remove any bits of skin that your blender won't be able to crush.
If the cherry juice after filtering is still too thick, add a little water. Try it gradually to check if the taste is to your liking.
Step 5. Serve and enjoy
Et voila! Put some ice in it, use a straw, and maybe add some garnish to make it look fancy. Who needs stuff from the grocery store if you can easily make your own?
Warning
Be careful because cherry cider can stain everywhere
The Things You Need
Using the Stove
- Knife
- Pot
- Filter
- Tightly closed box
- Drinking glass
Fast and Easy Way
- Knife
- Blender
- Filter
- Drinking glass
