Cherry Limeade Margaritas
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Cherry Limeade Margaritas
Description
The preparation starts by pureeing pitted cherries and quartered lime (with skin on), along with granulated sugar and some water, then straining to achieve a smooth juice. This base is then diluted further with water, served over ice, and combined with blanco tequila and a splash of sparkling water for fizz. Garnishing with cherries and lime slices enhances the presentation and flavor. This method preserves the natural tartness of lime and the sweetness of cherries, offering a complex, refreshing drink.
The margarita's flavor profile is vibrant and balanced, with the cherry providing sweetness and the lime contributing acidity and zest. Tequila blanco ensures a fresh, clean spirit presence that complements the fruitiness. The sparkling water adds effervescence without overpowering the cocktail, creating a crisp mouthfeel.
This cocktail is suitable for warm weather or casual gatherings. The recipe advises storage of the cherry limeade base in the fridge for up to five days, with options to freeze leftovers into ice cubes or pops for extended use. A mocktail version replaces tequila with additional sparkling water or lemon-lime soda for fizz and sweetness, adapting it for all tastes.
Ingredients
- 3 cups Cherry pitted
- 2 lime quartered (skin on
- 5 cups water
- ½ cups granulated sugar
- ice
- 1 ounce tequila per serving, blanco
- sparkling water
Instructions
- Combine the cherries and limes in a blender with sugar and 2 cups of water. Blend until the ingredients are pureed.
- Strain the juice and add the rest of the water through a strainer.
- Serve in cocktail glasses filled with ice, stir in tequila, top with a splash of sparking water, and garnish with cherries and lime slices.
Notes
- The cherry limeade base keeps refrigerated for up to 5 days; freeze leftovers in ice cube trays or popsicles for longer storage.
- Use tequila blanco to maintain the bright and fresh flavor of the cocktail.
- For a mocktail, skip the tequila and replace sparkling water with lemon-lime soda to add effervescence and sweetness.
- Garnishing with extra cherries and lime slices adds visual appeal and enhances flavor.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 23749 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 237.49kcal | 12% |
| Carbohydrates | 45.09g | 15% |
| Protein | 1.33g | 3% |
| Fat | 0.28g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat | 0.05g | 0% |
| Sodium | 16.83mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 263.94mg | 6% |
| Fiber | 3.11g | 12% |
| Sugar | 38.78g | 78% |
| Vitamin A | 82.99IU | 2% |
| Vitamin C | 16.99mg | 19% |
| Calcium | 33.88mg | 3% |
| Iron | 0.57mg | 3% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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