Kick back and relax with a refreshing Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita! This playful drink is perfect for hot summer days and fun gatherings. With a delightful blend of tart lime and sweet cherry flavors, it’s sure to become your new favorite cocktail.
Why Make This Recipe
Making this Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita is a breeze, and it requires just a few simple ingredients. You can enjoy it any time you want a delicious, icy drink that’s easy to whip up. Perfect for parties, barbecues, or just a quiet night at home, this margarita brings the fun with every sip!
How to Make Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita
Ingredients:
- 12-ounce can frozen limeade concentrate
- 1.5 cups water (use the can from the limeade concentrate)
- 2 tablespoons tart cherry juice concentrate
- 3 tablespoons tequila (about 2 shots)
- Ice (enough to fill the blender)
- Maraschino cherries and lime slices (for garnish)
Directions:
- Pour the limeade, water, tart cherry juice, and tequila into a blender container.
- Add ice to fill the container.
- Blend on high/ice crush mode until it reaches the desired consistency, adding more ice if needed.
- Pour into salt-rimmed glasses and top with maraschino cherries and lime slices.
How to Serve Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita
Serve your Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita in chilled glasses for that extra refreshment. Garnish with maraschino cherries and lime slices for a beautiful touch. It’s a great drink to enjoy as is or share with friends!
How to Store Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita
If you have any leftovers (though it’s hard to believe you will), store them in an airtight container in the freezer. Give the mixture a good stir or blend again before serving, as it may separate or harden slightly in the freezer.
Tips to Make Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita
- Adjust Sweetness: If you prefer a sweeter drink, add a little more cherry juice or use a sweetened limeade mix.
- Chill Your Glasses: Putting your glasses in the freezer before serving helps keep your drink cold longer.
- Blend in Batches: If you’re making drinks for a crowd, blend in batches to avoid overloading the blender.
Variation
Want to mix things up? Try adding fresh strawberries or raspberries into the blender for a fruity twist. You can also substitute the tequila with vodka for a different flavor.
FAQs
1. Can I make this margarita without alcohol?
Yes! Simply leave out the tequila for a delicious virgin version.
2. Can I use fresh cherries instead of cherry juice concentrate?
Absolutely! Blend fresh cherries and adjust the sweetness to your liking.
3. What if I don’t have tart cherry juice?
If you don’t have tart cherry juice, you can use regular cherry juice, but keep in mind that it may be sweeter than the tart version.
Now, grab your blender and let the fun begin with this tasty Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita!
Frozen Cherry Limeade Margarita
Ingredients
For the Margarita
- 1 12-ounce can frozen limeade concentrate
- 1.5 cups water (use the can from the limeade concentrate)
- 2 tablespoons tart cherry juice concentrate
- 3 tablespoons tequila (about 2 shots)
- enough to fill the blender Ice
For Garnish
- Maraschino cherries for garnish
- Lime slices for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- Pour the limeade, water, tart cherry juice, and tequila into a blender container.
- Add ice to fill the container.
- Blend on high/ice crush mode until it reaches the desired consistency, adding more ice if needed.
- Pour into salt-rimmed glasses and top with maraschino cherries and lime slices.
