Wild Cherry Margarita
Indulge in the vibrant flavors of a Wild Cherry Margarita, a refreshing twist on a classic cocktail that blends the bold sweetness of wild cherries with the tangy zest of fresh lime juice. This delightful drink combines silver tequila, triple sec, and a touch of agave syrup for the perfect balance of tart and sweet, all blended to a slushy consistency over ice. Whether you rim your glass with coarse salt or sugar for a hint of texture or garnish with fresh cherries and a lime wedge for an extra pop of color, this margarita is sure to elevate your happy hour or summer soirée. Ready in just 10 minutes, this cocktail is as simple as it is stunning—perfect for impressing guests or sipping solo. Keywords: Wild Cherry Margarita recipe, frozen margarita, cherry cocktail, tequila drinks, summer cocktails.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 1 cup Fresh or frozen wild cherries (pitted)
- 2 ounces Tequila (silver or blanco)
- 1 ounce Triple sec or orange liqueur
- 1 ounce Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 ounce Agave syrup (or simple syrup)
- 1 cup Ice cubes
- 2 tablespoons Coarse salt or sugar (for rimming, optional)
- 1 piece Lime wedge (for rimming the glass)
- 2 pieces Wild cherries (for garnish)
Instructions
If desired, rim your serving glass: Rub a lime wedge along the rim of the glass, then dip it in coarse salt or sugar to coat. Set the glass aside.
In a blender, combine the wild cherries, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and agave syrup. Blend until smooth.
Add the ice cubes to the blender and blend again until you achieve a slushy consistency.
Taste the margarita and adjust sweetness with additional agave syrup, if needed.
Pour the blended mixture into the prepared glass.
Garnish with fresh wild cherries on a cocktail pick and a lime wedge, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your Wild Cherry Margarita!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
435 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.9 g | 1% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 9753 mg | 424% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 62.8 g | 23% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 5.5 g | 20% | |
| Total Sugars | 51.9 g | ||
| Protein | 2.7 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 42 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 0.7 mg | 4% | |
| Potassium | 485 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
