Cherry Crush Margarita

This Cherry Crush Margarita is a delightful twist on the classic margarita, featuring the bold flavors of tart cherries. The combination of muddled fresh cherries, gold tequila, Cointreau, and tart cherry juice creates a vibrant and refreshing cocktail with a perfect balance of sweet and tangy notes. Rimmed with kosher salt and garnished with fresh cherries, it's a visually stunning and delicious drink that's perfect for any occasion.

Cherry Crush Margarita

A vibrant and refreshing twist on the classic margarita, the Cherry Crush Margarita combines the bold flavors of tart cherries, tequila, and Cointreau for a perfect balance of sweet and tangy notes.

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Ingredients

  • Kosher salt (for rimming the glass)
  • 1/4 cup pitted fresh cherries
  • Ice cubes
  • 1 1/2 oz gold tequila
  • 1/2 oz Cointreau or triple sec
  • 2 oz tart cherry juice
  • Juice of 3/4 lime
  • 1/2 Tbsp agave nectar

Instructions

  1. Rim a glass with lime juice and kosher salt.
  2. Place the pitted fresh cherries in the glass and muddle them until crushed.
  3. Add ice cubes to the glass.
  4. In a cocktail shaker, combine the gold tequila, Cointreau, tart cherry juice, lime juice, and agave nectar.
  5. Shake well and taste to adjust the sweetness if needed.
  6. Strain and pour the mixture into the prepared glass.
  7. Garnish with additional fresh cherries if desired.
  8. Serve and enjoy!