Reviewed: Aug. 18, 2009

This was just okay. I cut back on the grenadine a little, but it was still sickeningly sweet. It was drinkable, but I don't think I'll make it again. It reminded me of fizzy cough syrup.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

MAMALEIGH

Cooking Level: Intermediate

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jul. 15, 2008

This drink was awesome. I'm not a big drinker so I like to not notice the alcohol in my drinks and this tasted like cherry 7up. It was great. I took it to a BBQ and everyone loved it. Thanks for the great drink. Will use for all get togethers...

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Paula

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Spokane, Washington, USA

Living In: Boise, Idaho, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jan. 1, 2008

This was a wonderful drink. Can't wait for summertime. I know it will be even better on a hot day.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Starr

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jun. 28, 2007

Very light, crisp, and refreshing! Great for sipping on the patio on a warm summer evening. I really liked these. My hubby said they tasted just like cherry seven up and he wasn't too impressed because he thinks they need more rum and he added more rum to his glass anyway. He gave these 3 stars, before he doctored them with more rum but I thought they were a perfect 5. I couldn't find lime soda, used Sprite instead. I used Cruzan Estate light rum. This was not too strong for me at all, and I am really picky. If I can smell alcohol, I complain it's too strong, so when I like a drink, I know it is a good one!This is a grown up Shirley Temple. Very very good! I will keep this in my file, it is definitely worthy.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

~TxCin~ILove2Ck

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Tulsa, Oklahoma, USA

Living In: Corpus Christi, Texas, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jul. 31, 2006

I personally thought this looked and tasted like cough syrup. However, the people I served it to both told me they liked it. I would use less grenadine and more soda if I make again.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

amydoll

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Rockford, Illinois, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: May 30, 2006

I'm trying out different drinks to make for my company this weekend and this was really, really good. A bit sweet for me but I know my guests will love this. Hey Josie girl, whatcha doin' drinkin' the hard stuff??!! If the baby started dancing, I hope she's enjoying it!! Anyway, terrific drink Tony and thanks!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

LINDA MCLEAN

Cooking Level: Expert

Home Town: Livingston, New Jersey, USA

Living In: Flanders, New Jersey, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: May 29, 2006

Yep - this was tasty. I love cherry limeades...especially from Sonic, but there's no Sonic within a reasonable distance around here so I always make my own. I juiced 2 limes since I like a sour taste and went easy on the rum...I didn't want to see double! I added some of the cherry juice which really sent this over the top. Will keep this drink in mind for summer. Thanks a bunch :)

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
4 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

JOSIE

Cooking Level: Intermediate

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: May 28, 2006

This tastes EXACTLY like a cherry limeade ( & I'm an expert on the subject!) I did cut wayyy back on the grenadine...I don't think it needs more than an ounce & a half.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

IMVINTAGE

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Home Town: Fort Worth, Texas, USA

Living In: Keller, Texas, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Nov. 27, 2005

Yum! A "Shirley Temple" for grownups, who wouldn't love that?

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
1 user found this review helpful

Reviewer:

chellebelle

Cooking Level: Intermediate

Living In: Olympia, Washington, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Nov. 27, 2005

we had a big bottle of rum... and i was never too fond of rum until i found this recipe. i used diet 7up because i couldn't find just lime soda. also when i don't have fresh limes i just use a little lime juice... i also make mine with just a splash of grenadine in each glass, 4 oz was way too sweet for me. i definitely have all the ingredients on hand for when company comes over, so easy to make and so tasty!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
0 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

THEBESTEVER

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jul. 20, 2004

This is so good! You really can't taste the rum at all. The flavor is really yummy and fruity.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
2 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Adub

Home Town: Houston, Texas, USA

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jul. 7, 2003

Yum! Made this over the weekend of the Fourth and used Sierra Mist soda, which would be the only thing I change for the next time - that soda tends to taste flat sooner than most. I actually took the cherries and marinated them in vodka prior to garnishing the drinks with them. Everyone got a nice POP once they were to the end of the drink. I also halved the amount of grenadine per the advice of others.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
9 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

chikeechiquita

Cooking Level: Intermediate

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jun. 27, 2003

This is a nice summery drink, but as written it is waaaay too sweet (and I like sweet drinks!). I recommend halving the amount of grenadine.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
7 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Nansei

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jan. 18, 2003

Loved these, use more cherries, to soak in the drink, yum. thanks.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
10 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

DIXIE_NORMOUS

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jan. 9, 2002

This is a delicious drink - very tasty and thirst-quenching, but the recipe needed some adjustment. When scaled to one serving only 2T rum was called for in a pint of soda. I just used the measurements listed as a guideline. What I did: a large water glass, 4 ice cubes, a shot of rum, 2T grenadine, 1/4 lime, juiced; and then filled the glass with lime soda. You could not taste the rum at all and it was very delicious.

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
15 users found this review helpful

Reviewer:

Elli Mae

My Profile | Cooks I Like | Reviews
Photos | Recipes | Blog

Reviewed: Jul. 11, 2001

This is a wonderful and simple drink. You can't imagine how great this drink is. It is a wonderful summer drink and I HIGHLY recommend buying the ingredients and trying it. It deserves 10 stars!!!

Was this review helpful? [ YES ]
12 users found this review helpful