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- Tart Cherry & Peach Sparkler Recipe Author: Dara Michalski | Cookin' Canuck
- 2 cups tart cherry juice 6 oz. frozen peaches 1 tsp grated fresh ginger Ice 6 oz. sparkling water
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 251g | |
| Calories 46 | |
| Calories from Fat 18 | 39% |
| Total Fat 1.99g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat 0.49g | 2% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 2mg | 1% |
| Sodium 381mg | 16% |
| Potassium 368mg | 11% |
| Total Carbs 1.21g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 0.2g | 1% |
| Sugars 0.97g | 1% |
| Protein 5.59g | 9% |
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