Love is in the air this week. There are candy hearts and frilly flowers everywhere. With the Valentine Party behind us, we decided it was time for a more adult treat.
To help our cause, it is also National Cherry Month. That made choosing a cocktail for our post today simple. We have made a few minor adjustments to the classic Cherry Lime Rickey. Ours has a little kick and a bit more maraschino flavor with the added Amaretto. This drink is sweet, sour, and a bit tangy… perfect for sipping with a friend.
savour… love potion
CHERRY LIMARETTO
Before you start:
If you are so inclined you could cut calories by choosing a diet ginger ale.
The ingredients:
- 3 ounces Amaretto
- 3 ounces sour cherry juice
- juice of one lime
- ice
- ginger ale
- maraschino cherries
- lime slices
The method:
- Fill a cocktail shaker 2/3 full with ice.
- Fill 3 lowball glasses or two highball glasses 2/3 full with ice.
- Pour amaretto, cherry juice, and lime juice into the shaker.
- Shake vigorously for a slow count of ten.
- Strain over ice into glasses.
- Fill the remainder of the glass with ginger ale.
- Garnish with lime slices and maraschino cherries.
