Coconut Cherry Margaritas

cherry margarita lined with shredded coconut

5 from 6 votes

This creamy Coconut Cherry Margarita is pretty in pink! Made with tequila, coconut milk, and a custom cherry simple syrup, the fresh and fruity flavors are totally irresistible.

Prep Time10

Total Time10

Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Diet: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

Keyword: cherry coconut margarita, cherry margarita, coconut cherry margarita

Servings:

Calories: 424kcal

Author: Erin

Ingredients

for the cherry simple syrup:

1 cup frozen cherries
½ cup sugar
1 cup water

for the drinks:

3 oz. cherry simple syrup
2 oz. tequila
2 oz. cointreau
2 oz. lime juice
⅓ cup coconut milk canned
⅓ cup shredded coconut toasted; optional, for garnish

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Instructions

for the simple syrup:

Add cherries, sugar and water to a small saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to a simmer and simmer for 10 minutes, using a wooden spoon to break down the cherries. Remove from the heat and pour through a fine mesh strainer; allow the syrup to cool before using it. NOTE: if you want more than 2 drinks, I recommend doubling the simple syrup!

for the margaritas:

While you're waiting for the simple syrup to cool, toast the coconut (this step is optional). Add coconut to a small skillet and heat over medium-low heat, stirring frequently until it's lightly toasted. Immediately remove from the skillet and pour onto a small plate.
Run a lime wedge over the rims of two glasses, then dip them into the toasted coconut and line the rim. Fill both glasses with ice.
Next, make the drinks: add the simple syrup, tequila, cointreau, lime juice, and coconut milk to a cocktail shaker and gently shake (the shaker will be fairly full), then pour into the prepared glasses. Enjoy!

Notes

*Calories are per serving and are an estimation

*Feel free to add more of less alcohol depending on your personal preference!

*I prefer using frozen cherries simply because it's easier than having to pit fresh cherries, but you CAN use fresh cherries

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