Darkwood Sling
A refreshing and fruity highball that balances the deep, complex sweetness of Cherry Heering with fresh orange juice and effervescent soda water. A delightful variation on the classic sling style perfect for summer sipping.
What it tastes like
The drink leads with a heavy aroma of dark cherry and almond. The palate is syrupy and fruit-forward, featuring citrus acidity balanced by the medicinal sweetness of the liqueur. Carbonation provides a crisp mouthfeel that lightens the dense cherry base. The finish is brief with lingering notes of dark stone fruit.
Flavour profile
Ingredients
- Cherry Heering1.5 oz
- Orange Juice1.5 oz
- Soda Water1.5 oz
- Ice1 ml
Preparation
- 1
Fill a highball glass with ice cubes.
- 2
Pour the Cherry Heering and orange juice over the ice.
- 3
Top with the soda water.
- 4
Stir gently to combine.
Substitutions
- Cherry HeeringLuxardo Sangue Morlacco — This liqueur provides a deeper, drier cherry profile with less syrupy sweetness.
- Orange JuicePineapple Juice — This swap adds a tropical frothiness and increased tartness to the cocktail.
- Soda WaterGinger Ale — Using ginger ale increases the sugar content and introduces a sharp, spicy finish.
- Orange JuiceBlood Orange Juice — Blood orange juice offers a more tart, berry-like acidity and a darker red color.
Variations
Darkwood Spritz
Replace the soda water with dry sparkling wine to increase the alcohol content and add a sharper effervescence.
Spiced Darkwood
Add two dashes of aromatic bitters and a cinnamon stick to introduce warm woodsy notes and depth.