5 from 63 votes
Cherry Margarita
The Cherry Margarita mixes frozen, thawed cherries blended smooth with silver tequila, Cointreau, fresh lime juice, cherry juice, and optionally simple syrup for sweetness. This cocktail combines tart and sweet cherry flavors with citrus brightness and the warmth of tequila and orange liqueur. Garnished with lime wedges and cherries, it offers a refreshing and balanced drink ideal for gatherings or as a colorful twist on a classic margarita.
Prep Time
10 mins
Total Time
10 mins
Servings:
8
Calories:
163 kcal
Course:
Drinks
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 16 oz cherries frozen, pitted, thawed overnight (save juices
- 1 ½ cups tequila silver
- 1 cup Cointreau
- 1 cup lime juice fresh
- 1 cup cherry juice I used R.W. Knudsen. Use can also use sweetened juice, unsweetened
- simple syrup to taste or agave
- lime for garnish
- cherries for garnish
Instructions
- Blend thawed cherries in a blender on high speed until pulverized.
- Add all ingredients to a pitcher with ice and stir well.
- Serve with fresh limes and cherries.
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Notes
- Add simple syrup gradually to control sweetness, as frozen cherries contribute natural sugar.
- Use fresh lime juice for a bright, authentic citrus flavor.
- Thaw frozen, pitted cherries overnight to facilitate smooth blending.
- Serve garnished with lime wedges and whole cherries for presentation.
Nutrition Information
Calories
163kcal
(8%)
Carbohydrates
15g
(5%)
Sodium
3mg
(0%)
Potassium
211mg
(4%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
10g
(20%)
Vitamin A
50IU
(1%)
Vitamin C
13mg
(14%)
Calcium
14mg
(1%)
Iron
0.4mg
(2%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 8 Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 163
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 163kcal | 8% |
| Carbohydrates | 15g | 5% |
| Sodium | 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium | 211mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 10g | 20% |
| Vitamin A | 50IU | 1% |
| Vitamin C | 13mg | 14% |
| Calcium | 14mg | 1% |
| Iron | 0.4mg | 2% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.