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Cherry Margaritas

Whip up a pitcher of these Cherry Margaritas for your next summer party! Perfect for a crowd, and packed with flavor!

Prep Time
10 mins
Cook Time
10 mins
Total Time
15 mins
Servings: 8 servings
Calories: 389 kcal
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American

Ingredients

  • 2 cups water
  • 2 cups granulated sugar
  • 2 cups Frozen tart cherries pits removed (or fresh)
  • 1 bottle tequila 750 ml
  • 2 cups triple sec
  • 2 cups lime juice
  • ¼ cup turbinado sugar for garnish
  • 1 lime sliced, for garnish

Instructions

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  1. In a small saucepan, make a simple syrup by combining the water with the sugar. Whisk over medium heat until sugar is dissolved.
  2. In a large blender, combine simple syrup with frozen cherries (or fresh). Blend until pureed.
  3. For the pitcher of margaritas, combine cherry mixture with tequila, triple sec, and lime juice. Refrigerate or serve immediately, stir together.
  4. To garnish the glass, dip rim of glass in extra simple syrup (or water) and then dip in turbinado sugar. Add ice and margaritas. Place a slice of lime on each glass, enjoy!

Notes

  • Blend the cherries until completely smooth. The puree shouldn't have any lumps in it.
  • You don't have to go to top shelf, but don't cheap out on the tequila either. The flavor will come through, so a solid mid-range tequila is a good bet.
  • Have fun with the garnishes! Dipping the rim of your glasses in the turbinado sugar adds a sweet and pretty presentation. Lime slices or wedges also look great in contrast with the red drinks. You could add fresh cherries or even maraschino or fancy cocktail cherries on a skewer for extra cherry love.

Nutrition Information

Serving 1cup Calories 389kcal (19%) Carbohydrates 81g (27%) Protein 1g (2%) Sodium 6mg (0%) Fiber 1g (4%) Sugar 75g (150%)

Nutrition Facts

Serving: 8servings

Amount Per Serving

Calories 389

% Daily Value*

Serving 1cup
Calories 389kcal 19%
Carbohydrates 81g 27%
Protein 1g 2%
Sodium 6mg 0%
Fiber 1g 4%
Sugar 75g 150%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.