Sour Cherry & Ginger Margarita: A Bold, Bright Twist on a Classic

Ready to shake up your margarita game? This Sour Cherry & Ginger Margarita is a vibrant, flavor-packed spin on the classic bright, tart and kissed with warm ginger spice. Originally crafted by our friend @the_margarita_mum, this spirited sipper brings together smoky mezcal, zingy lime, bold sour cherry and our signature El Guapo™ Ginger Syrup for a margarita that’s anything but ordinary.

It’s festive, refreshing and effortless to batch your new go-to for celebrations big and small.

Crafting the Sour Cherry & Ginger Margarita

Serves one

Ingredients

x @the_margarita_mum

Makes one cocktail

• 2 oz Mezcal
• 1/2 oz Cointreau
• 1 oz Sour cherry juice
• 1/2 oz El Guapo™ Ginger Syrup
• Dash of Fresh lime juice
• Dehydrated red grapefruit, for garnish

Instructions

1. Fill a shaker with ice.
   
2. Add mezcal, Cointreau, sour cherry juice, El Guapo Ginger Syrup and a squeeze of fresh lime.
   
3. Shake vigorously until frosty about 15–20 seconds.
   
4. Strain into a lowball glass filled with fresh ice.
   
5. Garnish with a dehydrated red grapefruit slice.
   
6. Cheers, y’all!

Why Ginger and Cherry Make the Perfect Margarita

This cocktail shines by pairing two bold, expressive flavors:

• Sour cherry delivers rich, tart fruitiness that adds depth without being overly sweet.
• Ginger brings warm spice and a lively aromatic kick, adding dimension and balance.

Layer in the smoky, savory edge of mezcal, and you’ve got a cocktail that’s bright, bold and beautifully complex the kind of margarita that gets remembered.

Expert Tips

Pro Tips for the Best Margarita

• Choose your vessel: A lowball glass keeps it classic, but a chilled coupe adds instant elegance.
  
• Dial up the ginger: El Guapo Ginger Syrup ensures clean, consistent heat. Prefer fresh ginger? Muddle a thin slice before shaking.
  
• Rim or no rim? A sugar rim highlights the cherry; a chili-lime rim adds extra kick. Choose your adventure.
  

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Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this a standout cherry ginger margarita?

The interplay of tart cherry and warming ginger creates a layered, dynamic flavor profile that’s far more complex than a typical fruity margarita.

Can I use Tequila instead of Mezcal?

Absolutely. Tequila blanco gives a cleaner, brighter flavor. Mezcal adds smoky depth. Both work beautifully just choose your preferred vibe.

Where can I find sour cherry juice?

Most grocery stores carry it in the juice aisle or natural foods section. Look for 100% juice with no added sweeteners to keep the cocktail balanced.