Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 cup

Sugar

1 cup

Water

4 unit

Limes

Zested and Juiced

16 unit

Frozen Pitted Cherries

Frozen

0.5 cup

Fresh Mint Leaves

0.5 cup

Cherry Flavored Rum

0.5 cup

Dark Rum

Step 1
~2 min

Zest 4 limes, keeping the zest separate.

Step 2
~2 min

Juice the 4 limes, keeping the juice separate.

Step 3
~2 min

Make a simple syrup by combining the sugar, water and the lime zest in a small saucepan.

Step 4
~2 min

Heat the simple syrup on medium heat and stir until sugar is dissolved.

Step 5
~2 min

Remove simple syrup from heat and set aside to cool.

Step 6
~2 min

In the bowl of your food processor, process the frozen cherries until finely blended.

Step 7
~2 min

Add in the fresh mint leaves and the juice of your 4 limes to the cherry mixture.

Step 8
~2 min

Process until smooth.

Step 9
~2 min

In a pitcher, mix cherry mixture with lime syrup and rums.

Step 10
~2 min

Pour into glasses over ice and enjoy immediately!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of sugar in the simple syrup to your liking.

Garnish with fresh cherries and mint sprigs.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

5 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Simple syrup can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Low
Smell Intensity
Moderate
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve chilled.

Pair with appetizers.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Cuban Sandwiches
Plantain Chips

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Cuba

Cultural Significance

Popular Cuban cocktail

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer Party
Cocktail Hour

Popularity Score

75/100