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    Cherry Margarita

    Published: Jul 3, 2021 · Modified: Jan 31, 2023 by Emily · This post may contain affiliate links · 34 Comments

    This Cherry Margarita recipe puts a twist on the classic cocktail using fresh cherries and a little maraschino liqueur. This margarita is perfect for BBQs, picnics, and parties. You will be making this cherry cocktail all summer long!

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    I love margaritas and this Cherry Margarita is my new favorite for summer! When the cherry season rolls around every year I always find myself with an abundance of cherries. This year my friend suggested a cherry cocktail and the rest was history!

    How to Make a Cherry Margarita

    Prepare your favorite lowball cocktail glass with fresh ice. Place the cherries in a cocktail shaker and muddle them with a muddler until nice and crushed. Add the tequila, maraschino liqueur, lime juice, agave nectar, and ice and shake for 20-30 seconds.

    Tips for Making a Perfect Cherry Lime Margarita

    • The more you muddle the cherries, the more cherry flavor you will extract. I would suggest muddling for 45-60 seconds.
    • The same goes for shaking a cocktail. You want all of the ingredients to mix together and for the cocktail to get nice and cold. Make sure you shake for a good 20-40 seconds.
    • This cherry cocktail is also delicious unstrained with the cherry pieces still in the drink.
    • If you want more liquid, add a splash of tonic water or club soda.
    • If you want the cocktail to be less sweet, add more lime juice, omit the agave nectar, or add salt to the rim of the glass.
    a cherry margarita on ice with two cherries as garnish

    What Tequila to Use

    I recommend using silver tequila for this drink. Although silver tequila usually has a harsher taste, it’s perfect for cocktails because it mixes with the rest of the ingredients to tone down the harshness.

    Good gold tequila is usually expensive and is best reserved for sipping, in my opinion. You can also find 100% agave silver tequila for a decent price. I used Olmeca Altos Plata Tequila which you can usually find for under $30.

    But, as with all homemade cocktails, you can use whichever tequila is your favorite!

    altos silver tequila

    What is Maraschino Liqueur?

    Maraschino liqueur originated in Croatia and is made from Marasca cherries. It’s a clear, cherry-flavored liqueur that isn’t overly sweet so it’s perfect for cocktails like the Last Word or my Gin Elderflower Cocktail. 

    Any home bar should have a bottle of Maraschino Liqueur in it. If you can find the Luxardo brand, Maraska, and Lazzarroni are both good options.

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    Cherry Margarita

    This Cherry Margarita recipe puts a twist on the classic cocktail using fresh cherries and a little maraschino liqueur.
    5 from 18 votes
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes
    Total Time: 5 minutes
    Servings: 1 cocktail
    Calories: 274kcal
    Author: EmilyFabulous

    Equipment

    • cocktail shaker
    • strainer

    Ingredients

    • 10 fresh cherries, rinsed and pitted
    • 2 ounces tequila (I used a silver tequila)
    • ½ ounce maraschino liqueur ( I used Luxardo brand)
    • 1 ounce freshly squeezed lime juice
    • ¾ ounce agave nectar
    • fresh cherry or lime wedge for garnish

    Instructions

    • Prepare your favorite lowball cocktail glass with fresh ice. Place the cherries in a cocktail shaker and muddle them with a muddler until nice and crushed.
      muddled cherries in a cocktail shaker
    • Add the tequila, maraschino liqueur, lime juice, agave nectar, and ice and shake for 10 seconds. Strain into the prepared cocktail glass and garnish. Cheers!
      cherry margarita

    Notes

    • This cocktail is also delicious unstrained with the cherry pieces in the drink.
    • If you want more liquid, add a splash of tonic water or club soda. 

    Nutrition

    Serving: 1cocktail | Calories: 274kcal | Carbohydrates: 29.5g | Protein: 0.9g | Fat: 3.2g | Saturated Fat: 1.8g | Sodium: 10mg | Potassium: 33mg | Fiber: 1.7g | Sugar: 22.1g | Calcium: 10mg

    Any nutrition calculations are only estimates using online calculators. Please verify using your own data.

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    Comments

    1. Ramona says

      July 08, 2021 at 11:20 pm

      5 stars
      I’ve made this cherry margarita with cherries from my garden. It was absolutely delicious and refreshing, thank you so much for sharing!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 09, 2021 at 4:57 pm

        I’m so glad you loved this cocktail and I’m jealous you can just grab cherries from your garden! 😁

        Reply
    2. Natalie says

      July 06, 2021 at 3:04 pm

      5 stars
      I'm definitely making this. Looks refreshing and perfect for summertime. My hubs will love this too I'm sure.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 07, 2021 at 4:32 pm

        I hope you and your husband enjoy this one!

        Reply
    3. Toni says

      July 06, 2021 at 11:37 am

      5 stars
      I really loved how refreshing this drink is! Thank you for the recipe!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 06, 2021 at 1:47 pm

        You’re welcome, Toni!

        Reply
    4. Brianna says

      July 06, 2021 at 2:13 am

      5 stars
      I'm always looking for new ways to use my Luxardo liquer, this cherry marg was fab!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 06, 2021 at 1:49 pm

        I’m glad you liked it! I love using Luxardo whenever I can!

        Reply
    5. Anaiah says

      July 05, 2021 at 9:04 pm

      5 stars
      Oh, this sounds amazing! Definitely going to add this cherry margarita recipe to our poolside bar. It'll make parties that much more fun!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 06, 2021 at 1:49 pm

        This margarita was made for poolside fun!! Enjoy!

        Reply
    6. Amanda Dixon says

      July 05, 2021 at 7:38 pm

      5 stars
      Looks great for cherry season! Can't wait to try it.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 07, 2021 at 4:28 pm

        You are gonna love it!! Cheers!

        Reply
    7. Toni says

      July 05, 2021 at 4:11 pm

      5 stars
      This is really refreshing!! I am definitely making it again!! A staple for me this summer!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 07, 2021 at 4:31 pm

        The summer cocktail of 2021 🤣🤣

        Reply
    8. Erin says

      July 05, 2021 at 4:06 pm

      5 stars
      Oh yum! This is my new favorite drink!

      Reply
    9. Jenn says

      July 05, 2021 at 3:35 pm

      5 stars
      I was worried this would be too sweet but it was perfectly balanced and yay! I get to use up that jar of cherries!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 07, 2021 at 4:28 pm

        Yay! I’m glad your found it balanced. Cheers!

        Reply
    10. Audrey says

      July 05, 2021 at 3:26 pm

      5 stars
      I love anything cherry YUM!!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 06, 2021 at 1:51 pm

        This margarita was made for you! Cheers!

        Reply
    11. Michelle says

      July 05, 2021 at 3:24 pm

      5 stars
      Such an easy and refreshing drink, perfect for summer!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 07, 2021 at 4:30 pm

        Thanks, Michelle, enjoy!

        Reply
    12. Lauren says

      July 05, 2021 at 3:12 pm

      5 stars
      I've never put cherries in a margarita but it's an exceptional addition! Can't recommend enough

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 06, 2021 at 1:51 pm

        Thanks, Lauren. I’m glad you tried it.

        Reply
    13. Kayla DiMaggio says

      July 05, 2021 at 3:11 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! I made this last night for the 4th and it was so delicious!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 07, 2021 at 4:29 pm

        Oh good, I’m glad you liked it!

        Reply
    14. Angela says

      July 05, 2021 at 2:59 pm

      5 stars
      Thanks for sharing! It was a hit with all my guest.

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 06, 2021 at 1:50 pm

        So glad to hear it, Angela!!

        Reply
    15. Brianna May says

      July 05, 2021 at 2:55 pm

      5 stars
      Yum!!

      Reply
    16. Beth Sachs says

      July 05, 2021 at 2:55 pm

      5 stars
      Such a refreshing summer drink! Perfect for the weekend!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 07, 2021 at 4:28 pm

        The weekend, a Tuesday…🤣🤣. Enjoy!

        Reply
    17. Kalin says

      July 05, 2021 at 1:24 pm

      5 stars
      Beautiful! Ive never heard of maraschino liqueur but it sounds so good in a summer cocktail

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 05, 2021 at 2:36 pm

        It’s a good liqueur to have in you home bar, it adds a delicious cherry flavor and a little bit of sweetness to all kinds of cocktails including this margarita.

        Reply
    18. Addie says

      July 05, 2021 at 12:56 pm

      5 stars
      So refreshing and delicious! Yummy!!

      Reply
      • Emily says

        July 05, 2021 at 2:36 pm

        Thanks, Addie!

        Reply

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