Rum and Cherry Christmas Cocktail

This Rum and Cherry Christmas Cocktail is a delightful mix of rich rum, cherry liqueur, and sweet Amarena syrup, balanced with a splash of lemon juice for a festive twist. Topped with a garnish of cherries, it’s a beautifully crafted holiday drink perfect for celebrating the season.

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Rum and Cherry Christmas Cocktail

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Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes

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Course: Drinks

Cuisine: American

Keyword: Amarena syrup, cherry liqueur, cherry liqueur cocktails, Christmas cocktails, christmas rum cocktails, Lemon Juice, lemon juice cocktails, Rum

Servings: 1

Author: Paul Kushner

Equipment

• Cocktail Shaker
• Jigger
• Strainer
• Coupe Glass

Ingredients

• 1.5 ounces rum
• 0.75 ounce lemon juice
• 0.5 ounce cherry liqueur
• 0.5 ounce Amarena syrup
• Cherries for garnish

Instructions

• In a cocktail shaker filled with ice, combine the rum, cherry brandy, Amarena syrup, and lemon juice.
• Shake well until the mixture is thoroughly chilled.
• Fine strain the cocktail into a coupe glass over a large rock of ice for a refined presentation.
• Garnish with a few cherries for a festive touch.
• Serve immediately and enjoy!

Notes

Pro Tips

• For a more intense cherry flavor, add a splash of cherry juice or use a cherry-infused rum.
• Chill the coupe glass beforehand for a frosty finish.
• Garnish with an Amarena cherry for an extra touch of elegance.

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Tasting Notes

This Rum and Cherry Christmas Cocktail combines the deep flavors of rum and cherry liqueur with a sweet, rich Amarena syrup and a hint of lemon brightness. The result is a balanced, festive drink with a beautiful cherry garnish, perfect for holiday gatherings.