Food & Cooking Recipes Drink Recipes Cocktail Recipes Sour-Cherry Mojitos 3.1 (48) 1 Review By Martha Stewart Test Kitchen Martha Stewart Test Kitchen The recipes developed by our test kitchen team have undergone a rigorous process of development and testing, ensuring that every element is optimal, from ingredient amounts to method and cooking time. This process includes triple-testing recipes to ensure they meet our high standards. The many stellar cooks and food editors who have been part of our team include Sarah Carey, Lucinda Scala Quinn, Jennifer Aaronson, Shira Bocar, Anna Kovel, Greg Lofts, Riley Wofford, Lauren Tyrell, and Lindsay Leopold. Editorial Guidelines Updated on January 17, 2019 Print Rate It Share Share Tweet Pin Email Photo: Marcus Nilsson Prep Time: 10 mins Total Time: 1 day 10 mins Servings: 16 Ingredients 1 ¼ cups sugar ⅔ cup fresh lemon juice (from about 3 lemons) 3 pounds frozen pitted sour cherries, partially thawed with juices 1 cup fresh basil leaves, plus more for serving 2 to 3 cups vodka 6 cups sparkling water Directions Bring sugar and 1 1/4 cups water to a boil in a small saucepan, stirring until sugar is dissolved, 3 minutes. Remove from heat; let cool 15 minutes. Syrup can be refrigerated for up to 1 month. Combine lemon juice, fruit, and basil in a bowl. Add syrup; mash lightly to release juices. Refrigerate at least 1 day and up to 4 days. Combine fruit mixture and vodka in a pitcher or punch bowl; ladle about 1/3 cup into each glass. Fill with ice. Top with sparkling water, garnish with more basil, and serve. Rate it Print