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    Home » Recipes » Cocktails

    Cherry Margaritas

    Published: Jul 15, 2022 Modified: Dec 24, 2022 by Karen Kelly This post may contain affiliate links.

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    Craving a margarita right about now?  Me too!  Do it up right with these Cherry Margaritas that are full of fresh lime flavor and are made easily with frozen cherries. 

    Big batch Cherry Margaritas are perfect for spring and summer parties!  

    Cherry Margaritas with cherry garnish

    Don't you love a good margarita? So do I!  I love creating new flavors with whatever fruits are in season.

    This time it's Cherry Margaritas for a crowd.  These are so easy to make because I use frozen cherries. 

    No pitting cherries here except for the ones you throw in the glass.  You are welcome!  Although I do have a cherry pitter and my kids love using it.  It makes a huge mess but it's worth it to see them happy to eat fruit.

    Cherry Margaritas in a pitcher

    Why do we love margaritas so much?

    For me, it's because when I drink one it reminds me of good times on vacation sitting on the beach with hubby while the kids play in the ocean. 

    Having one at home brings me back to those special times.  Even the smell makes me happy.

    How about you?  What do margaritas remind you of?

    Cherry Margaritas in three mason jars

    Happy Cinco de Mayo to you!  Celebrate with a margarita or two.

    Cherry puree for cherry margaritas

    HOW TO MAKE A CHERRY MARGARITA

    • thaw a bag of cherries overnight
    • the next day throw those cherries and their juices into a blender and mix well until pulverized (that cherry puree is so delicious!)
    • juice your limes
    • add lime juice, cherry juice, tequila, Cointreau, simple syrup and ice to a pitcher
    • stir well with a wooden spoon and garnish with fresh cherries and limes

    Cherry Margaritas in three glasses with limes

    HOW TO SWEETEN YOUR COCKTAILS

    • To make simple syrup all you have to do is mix equal parts water and sugar in a saucepan over medium heat.  Stir until dissolved.
    • OR you can use superfine sugar in your cocktails and you don't have to make simple syrup.  It dissolves easily and tastes great.
    • The final alternative is agave nectar.  The taste is a bit different but I like it and it mixes in easily.

    NEED MORE COCKTAILS IN YOUR LIFE?

    • Watermelon Margaritas
    • Strawberry Lime Rickey
    • Sweet Grapefruit Margarita
    • Blackberry Vodka Mojito
    Cherry Margaritas with cherry garnish

    Cherry Margarita

    Craving a margarita right about now?  Me too!  Do it up right with these Cherry Margaritas that are full of fresh lime flavor and are made easily with frozen cherries.  Big batch Cherry Margaritas are perfect for spring and summer parties!  
    4.83 from 28 votes
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    Course: Cocktail
    Cuisine: American
    Diet: Gluten Free
    Keyword: cherry margaritas
    Prep Time: 10 minutes
    Total Time: 10 minutes
    Servings: 8
    Calories: 163kcal

    Ingredients

    • 16 oz frozen pitted cherries, thawed overnight (save juices)
    • 1 ½ cups silver tequila
    • 1 cup Cointreau
    • 1 cup fresh lime juice
    • 1 cup unsweetened cherry juice I used R.W. Knudsen. Use can also use sweetened juice.
    • simple syrup to taste or agave
    • limes and cherries for garnish

    Instructions

    • Blend thawed cherries in a blender on high speed until pulverized.
    • Add all ingredients to a pitcher with ice and stir well.
    • Serve with fresh limes and cherries.

    Notes

    I say add simple syrup to taste because I don't like a lot of sweetness in this cocktail. The cherries are sweet so you may not need much added sweetner.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 163kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 211mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 10g | Vitamin A: 50IU | Vitamin C: 13mg | Calcium: 14mg | Iron: 0.4mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @seasonal_cravings or tag #seasonal_cravings and I will repost on my stories.

    Adapted from my Watermelon Margarita.

    About Karen Kelly

    Hi, I'm Karen Kelly a certified health coach, freelance food writer, and blogger. At Seasonal Cravings, you will find wholesome gluten-free recipes and healthy lifestyle tips.

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    1. Mary Ann | The Beach House Kitchen

      May 04, 2018 at 7:33 am

      5 stars
      I love a good margarita too Karen! And I'm always looking for a reason to break out my cherry pitter. These look awesome! Cheers to Cinco de Mayo!

      Reply
    2. Christina

      May 04, 2018 at 6:04 pm

      Oooooh, I love the addition of cherries in a margarita! My cherry tree doesn't yield a large crop yet, so I never have enough to make a fun dessert but I DO have enough to pop them in a margarita! Awesome job 🙂

      Reply
    3. Carol Little R.H. @studiobotanica

      May 21, 2018 at 10:19 am

      5 stars
      These cherry margs look fabulous.. Yup.. takes me right to that spot on 'my' beach in Mexico. Here's to a fabulous summer filled with sensational sips like this!!

      Reply
    4. Tessa the Domestic Diva

      May 21, 2018 at 3:55 pm

      5 stars
      pretty! I don't drink alcohol, but I would love to try a virgin version of this!! Cherry and lime, yum!

      Reply
    5. Joni Gomes

      May 21, 2018 at 4:04 pm

      5 stars
      I have indeed been craving margaritas lately! These look yum!

      Reply
    6. linda spiker

      May 21, 2018 at 5:17 pm

      5 stars
      I don't drink but if I did, I'd drink that!

      Reply
    7. Jean

      May 21, 2018 at 11:56 pm

      5 stars
      Yum! What a fun little twist on traditional margarita and it's so pretty too!

      Reply
    8. Lindsey Dietz

      May 22, 2018 at 9:49 am

      5 stars
      Oh yeah, I love a good margarita! This cherry version is so unique... must try!

      Reply
    9. Liz Della Croce

      May 22, 2018 at 10:27 am

      5 stars
      I definitely need these for my Memorial Day cookout! The cherry flavor is a unique twist, and I'm sure they'd be a hit.

      Reply
    10. Katie Walsh Beck

      May 22, 2018 at 10:29 am

      5 stars
      Never thought of cherries in a margarita - but how delicious it sounds. A perfect summer drink.

      Reply
    11. Emily @ Recipes to Nourish

      May 22, 2018 at 4:46 pm

      5 stars
      I don't drink, but those flavors sound delicious! Cherry + lime together is so yummy, I bet these taste amazing! So pretty garnished with those fresh cherries too!

      Reply
    12. Katrina

      May 22, 2018 at 7:42 pm

      5 stars
      I just happen to have a huge bag of frozen cherries from Costo! Now I know a goof way to use it 🙂

      Reply
    13. Megan Stevens

      May 23, 2018 at 9:31 am

      5 stars
      This recipe is beautiful, as are your photos!

      Reply
    14. Tina

      May 23, 2018 at 9:40 am

      5 stars
      I've never thought to make cherry puree, but that sounds so delicious. What a great idea to add it to margarita!

      Reply
    15. ChihYu

      May 26, 2018 at 10:20 pm

      5 stars
      I love summer drinks and this recipe is so simple and delicious. Thanks so much for sharing !

      Reply
    16. Meredith

      May 26, 2018 at 10:54 pm

      5 stars
      Ooh these cherry margaritas look delicious and I love that I can use frozen cherries! I bet the cherry puree is delicious in mocktail versions of these margaritas too!

      Reply
    17. Kari - Get Inspired Everyday!

      May 27, 2018 at 9:35 pm

      5 stars
      Oh wow, what a fantastic idea! I love anything with cherries, so this is going to be a huge hit!

      Reply
    18. Bella B

      January 20, 2023 at 7:50 pm

      5 stars
      This was delicious. I was needing something that tastes like summer to get me through this long winter. 🙂 I use agave nectar in mine and it turned out great.

      Reply
    19. Sharon

      January 21, 2023 at 1:31 pm

      5 stars
      These were SUCH a hit at girl's night last night! Thanks for the amazing recipe, it's definitely a new fav!

      Reply
    20. Heidi

      January 21, 2023 at 5:05 pm

      5 stars
      This was deliciously tart in just the right way! I had never had a cherry margarita before, but I loved it! Your recipe was easy to follow, too.

      Reply
    21. Relle

      January 22, 2023 at 12:30 am

      5 stars
      Cherry wasn't a flavor I even thought about for margaritas. Happy I found this recipe. Thank you.

      Reply
    22. Lynn

      January 22, 2023 at 8:24 am

      5 stars
      Yum! These were a great change from a typical margarita! I think Ill be making these all Summer long!

      Reply

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