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Cherry Dr Pepper Margarita
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Cherry Dr Pepper Margarita

Ingredients

  • 2 oz tequila
  • ½ oz triple sec
  • 1 oz lime juice
  • ½ oz cherry syrup recipe below
  • Dr Pepper to top
  • Lime wheel and cherry for garnish

Cherry Syrup

  • 1 cup fresh or frozen cherries
  • 1 cup brown sugar or any sugar of choice
  • 1 cup water

Instructions

  • Add tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and cherry syrup to a cocktail shaker.
  • Add ice and shake until chilled.
  • Strain into a tall glass with ice.
  • Top with chilled Dr Pepper and stir lightly.
  • Garnish with a lime wheel and cherry, then serve immediately.

Cherry Syrup

  • Add cherries, sugar, and water to a small saucepan.
  • Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer for 10 minutes.
  • Lightly mash the cherries with the back of a spoon to release extra flavor.
  • Strain into a jar and let cool completely.
  • Store in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.