Description
This Cherry Margarita is a juicy, vibrant twist on the classic cocktail. Featuring fresh or frozen cherries, lime juice, and smooth tequila, it’s sweet, tart, and oh-so-sippable. Perfect for warm nights, festive gatherings, or anytime you want a colorful cocktail in hand.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz cherry juice or purée (from fresh or frozen cherries)
- ½ oz simple syrup or agave nectar (optional, to taste)
- Ice cubes
- Garnish: lime wedge, fresh cherries, or salt/sugar rim
Instructions
- Prepare Glass: Run a lime wedge around the rim of a glass and dip into salt or sugar if desired. Fill with ice.
- Mix Drink: In a shaker, combine tequila, triple sec, lime juice, cherry juice, and simple syrup with ice. Shake well for 15–20 seconds.
- Serve: Strain into the prepared glass. Garnish with a lime wedge or a few cherries.
Notes
Use fresh cherries for a brighter flavor or frozen cherries for convenience. For a frozen version, blend all ingredients with a handful of ice. Swap lime juice for lemon for a different citrus edge.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Cocktail
- Method: Shaken
- Cuisine: Mexican-Inspired
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita
- Calories: 190
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
Keywords: cherry margarita, fruity margarita, tequila cherry cocktail, summer drinks, cherry lime margarita