Cherry Smash

Cherry Smash
Cherry Smash
The leftover brandied cherries will keep for up to two weeks in the refrigerator. For an attractive garnish, thread a 4x1/2-inch strip of orange peel on a short skewer and top with a cherry, then place in drink before serving.
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Fruit Juice Liqueur Alcoholic Cocktail Party Bon Appétit Drink
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 cup ice cubes
  • Carbohydrate 51 g(17%)
  • Fat 0 g(0%)
  • Fiber 1 g(6%)
  • Protein 1 g(2%)
  • Saturated Fat 0 g(0%)
  • Sodium 9 mg(0%)
  • Calories 425

Preparation Combine cherries, kirsch, and sugar in medium bowl; stir to blend. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours, stirring occasionally. (Brandied cherries can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cover and chill.) Place 2 Martini glasses in freezer and chill at least 2 hours. Place 3 brandied cherries in each of 2 chilled glasses; crush cherries with back of spoon. Combine ice cubes, Cognac, orange curaçao, lemon juice, and cherry liqueur in cocktail shaker. Shake well, strain into Martini glasses with cherries, and serve.

Preparation Combine cherries, kirsch, and sugar in medium bowl; stir to blend. Let stand at room temperature 24 hours, stirring occasionally. (Brandied cherries can be made 2 weeks ahead. Cover and chill.) Place 2 Martini glasses in freezer and chill at least 2 hours. Place 3 brandied cherries in each of 2 chilled glasses; crush cherries with back of spoon. Combine ice cubes, Cognac, orange curaçao, lemon juice, and cherry liqueur in cocktail shaker. Shake well, strain into Martini glasses with cherries, and serve.