Description
A refreshing and vibrant cocktail, Cherry Margaritas blend the tartness of cherries with the zing of lime and the smoothness of tequila, perfect for summer gatherings or festive occasions.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries, pitted
- 1/2 cup tequila
- 1/4 cup triple sec
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1-2 tablespoons simple syrup (optional, to taste)
- 1 cup ice
- Salt or sugar, for rimming the glass
- Cherries and lime wedges, for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the glasses by running a lime wedge around the rims and dipping them into salt or sugar. Set aside.
- In a blender, combine the cherries, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice.
- Blend until smooth and slushy.
- Taste and adjust sweetness if needed by adding more simple syrup.
- Pour the mixture into the prepared glasses.
- Garnish with cherries and lime wedges.
- Serve immediately and enjoy!
Notes
- You can use cherry juice instead of whole cherries for a smoother texture.
- For a frozen version, use frozen cherries and additional ice.
- Adjust alcohol level to your preference.