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