Every summer backyard party needs a signature drink and this Cherry Lime Margarita is perfect for entertaining. Make it for small or larger gatherings.
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If you’ve never had cherry and lime together you are missing out. This margarita, made with silver tequila, is a fresh twist on American’s most popular cocktail.
There are a number of ways to make this cocktail. I am one who hates to waste. I had leftover maraschino cherry juice in my fridge and I always prefer a drink with less alcohol and more flavor so I used it.
Chances are, if you love cherries, you have a jar in your refrigerator too. If you don’t, feel free to use a cherry liqueur or a cherry syrup as a substitute.
For those that may not know, grenadine is not a cherry syrup. Grenadine is made from pomegranates. Thee are a couple of cherry syrups on the market if you’re wanting less alcohol in your drink.
Want more margarita flavors? My ultimate margarita collection has a nice variety of cocktails.
Cherry Lime Margarita
A sweet cherry twist on a classic margarita.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces silver tequila
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 2 ounces maraschino cherry juice
- ½ tablespoon kosher salt
- 2 lime wedges, one for rimming the glass
- 1 maraschino cherry
Instructions
- Put kosher salt on a flat plate. Run a lime wedge around the cocktail glass and rin with salt.
- Add ice to an old-fashioned glass along with the tequila, lime juice, and cherry juice. Stir to mix. Add lime and cherry as a garnish.
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Christie Campbell says
I’m a total cherry fiend! I can’t wait to shake some of these up this summer.
The Freshman Cook says
What a gorgeous refreshing drink for a hot afternoon! I can see where these could become a wonderful, fun habit this summer and I am looking forward to making one soon!
Hezzi-D says
I’m a sucker for margaritas and this flavor sounds so good!
Wendy Klik says
I’ll have one or two of those as we lounge around the pool please. So refreshing!!
Rebekah @ Making Miracles says
Love that gorgeous color on that drink! Cherry and lime are just a match made in heaven.
Lisa Kerhin says
What a yummy drink for the summer!