Cherry Lemonade Tequila Cocktail Recipe
This refreshing cocktail mixes tart lemonade with sweet cherries and smooth tequila for a perfect summer drink. The blend creates a bright pink color that looks beautiful in any glass.
Equipment
- Cocktail shaker
- Muddler
- Fine-mesh strainer
- Jigger or measuring tool
- Collins glass
- Ice
Ingredients
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 4 fresh cherries pitted (plus extra for garnish)
- 1 oz fresh lemon juice
- 1 oz simple syrup
- Club soda
- Ice cubes
- Optional: Fresh mint leaves for garnish
Instructions
- Add pitted cherries to the cocktail shaker and muddle until well crushed.
- Pour in tequila, lemon juice, and simple syrup.
- Fill the shaker with ice and shake for 15-20 seconds.
- Strain the mixture into a Collins glass filled with fresh ice.
- Top with club soda and stir gently.
- Garnish with fresh cherries and mint leaves.
Notes
Store fresh cherries in the fridge for up to a week. Frozen cherries work too, but let them thaw first.
For a stronger cherry flavor, add 1/2 oz of cherry liqueur.
Multiply the recipe by 6-8 servings to make a big batch for parties. Mix everything except club soda in advance.
Keep simple syrup in the fridge for up to 2 weeks in an airtight container.