Cherry Bourbon Fizz

This refreshing bourbon cocktail combines the rich flavors of cherries with the effervescence of Sprite, resulting in a delightful and balanced drink. Ingredients: - 2 ounces bourbon - 4-6 fresh cherries, pitted - 1/2 ounce simple syrup - 1/2 ounce lemon juice - Sprite, to top - Ice cubes Instructions: 1. In a cocktail shaker, muddle the cherries until they release their juices. 2. Add bourbon, simple syrup, and lemon juice to the shaker. 3. Fill the shaker with ice cubes and shake vigorously for about 10 seconds. 4. Strain the mixture into a highball glass filled with fresh ice. 5. Top off the glass with Sprite, adding as much or as little as desired. 6. Give the drink a gentle stir to combine the ingredients. 7. Garnish with a fresh cherry or lemon twist, if desired. 8. Serve and enjoy the fruity, fizzy goodness of the Cherry Bourbon Fizz!