Description
This Sweet Italian Cherry Margarita combines the classic margarita with the sweet, vibrant flavor of Italian cherries. It’s a perfect balance of tart lime, smooth tequila, and sweet cherry notes, making it an excellent choice for a refreshing cocktail at any gathering or a special night in.
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz Italian cherry liqueur (such as Luxardo Maraschino)
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup (or to taste)
- 1/4 oz cherry juice (for extra cherry flavor)
- 1/2 oz orange liqueur (such as Cointreau or triple sec)
- Fresh cherries for garnish
- Salt or sugar for rimming the glass (optional)
- Lime wedge for garnish
Instructions
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Prepare the Glass: If desired, rim your glass with salt or sugar. To do this, run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass and dip it into the salt or sugar. Set the glass aside.
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Mix the Cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, cherry liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup, cherry juice, and orange liqueur. Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for about 15-20 seconds until the mixture is well chilled.
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Serve: Strain the mixture into the prepared glass over ice. Garnish with a fresh cherry and a lime wedge for a pop of color and freshness.
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Enjoy: Sip and enjoy this sweet and tangy cocktail!
Notes
- Adjust the sweetness to your liking by adding more or less simple syrup.
- You can substitute the Italian cherry liqueur with other types of cherry liqueur if preferred.
- For a more intense cherry flavor, muddle a few fresh cherries in the shaker before adding the other ingredients.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita
- Calories: 220
- Sugar: 18g
- Sodium: 5mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg