Name: 15+ BEST Cherry Cocktails
Prep time: 5 min
Total time: 5 min
Ingredients: 1 half lime juiced; 6 cherries (pitted); 2 ounces vodka; 4-6 ounces ginger beer; Fresh mint sprigs for garnish; Lime wheels (for garnish)

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Wondering what the best cherry cocktails are? From a cherry moscow mule, to this cherry bourbon smash, and more. There are so many delicious drinks to choose from.

Cherries have the most delicious flavor when added to cocktails. You can use fresh cherries, frozen cherries, maraschino cherries, or cherry liqueur.

Here are 15+ amazing cherry cocktail recipes that highlight the sweet + tart flavors of cherries.

The BEST Cherry Cocktails: The Lineup

Two cherry moscow mule cocktails on counter next to pitted cherries and cocktail strainer.

This Cherry Moscow Mule puts a delicious spin on the traditional moscow mule. Fresh cherries, lime juice, vodka and ginger beer are all you need to make this delicious, icy and refreshing cocktail.

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Bourbon Cherry Old Fashioned – 5 minutes, 5 ingredients, and you’ll have the perfect Saturday cocktail for sipping on the porch!

Get the RECIPE from @halfbakedharvest.com

Cherry vodka sour is fresh, frothy and tangy cocktail, perfect for summer. It’s light and bright, with a creamy finish and a cherry on top!

Get the RECIPE from Simply Whisked

This grown-up version of a pink milkshake is everything you want it to be: a cherry blossom drink that’s sweet and creamy and with a tiny bit of a bite.

Get the RECIPE from Homemade Hooplah

This decadent and luxurious gin tonic cocktail with maraschino cherry juice and is a must-try for your next summer cocktail party.

Get the RECIPE from Cooking with Elo

Sweet summer cherries, hibiscus, lemon, and a splash of vodka come together to make this refreshing pitcher cocktail. It’s delicious, pretty, and perfect for warm summer days or nights. Try serving this up at your next summer party!

Get the RECIPE from Half Baked Harvest

Cherry Sorbet & Rosé Wine Spritzers. Tart, refreshing & delicious!

Ge the RECIPE from Yes to Yolks

Garden Cherry Bourbon Smash: a summer garden-inspired cocktail. Super simple, but oh so pretty…the perfect cocktail to really kick off summer!

Get the RECIPE from Half Baked Harvest

Cherry Lemonade Cocktail – A quick and easy cocktail perfect for summer or parties! All you need is three simple ingredients! If you love lemonade, then this is the cocktail for you! Cherry Lemonade Cocktail

Get the RECIPE from Snacks and Sips

Ginger Beer Cherry Vodka Soda – So refreshingly easy and delicious, because “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”!

Get the RECIPE from halfbakedharvest.com

If you’re a fan of the classic bourbon sour (or fruity drinks), this Cherry Bourbon Sour recipe is for you!

Get the RECIPE from Cashmere and Cocktails

Pickled cherries, Belgian beer, and bitters makes a refreshing summer glass perfect to celebrate the end of the fruit’s season.

Get the RECIPE from Honest Cooking

Cherry Lime Whiskey Sour. A hint of lime and sweet cherries add a fun twist to a classic cocktail.

Get the RECIPE from Love in my Oven

Looking for the perfect, festive drink? You are bound to fall in love with this Cherry Poke Cake Cocktail!

Get the RECIPE from Real Housemoms

This cherry cosmo cocktail is incredibly easy and super tasty! Take advantage of cherry season to drink as many of them (or other cherry drinks) as you can!

Get the RECIPE from Dishes Delish

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