As many of you know, our Cherry Vodka and Cherry Whiskey are among our best-selling products. Naturally, cocktails made with these spirits are just as popular! We're constantly asked for recipes, so without further ado, here are the recipes for our 5 most popular cherry cocktails.
An Old Fashioned is a beloved classic, and a hint of cherry perfectly complements the aromatics and cherry garnish in this timeless drink. We serve several variations, but our tried-and-true favorite—made with our Cherry Whiskey—keeps customers coming back for more.
In a mixing glass, muddle the sugar cube and bitters until the sugar breaks down. Add the Cherry Whiskey, top with ice, and stir well. Strain into a rocks glass over a large ice cube, then garnish with an orange peel and a few of our Bourbon Cocktail Cherries.
Sometimes the best cocktails come from putting a twist on a classic. Instead of traditional bourbon, we use our Cherry Whiskey in this sour for a perfectly balanced sweet-and-sour drink that's as beautiful as it is delicious.
In a shaker tin, add all ingredients and dry shake for up to 10 seconds. Add ice, shake again until chilled, then double-strain into a coupe glass (or a rocks glass with ice if you prefer). Garnish with a few Bourbon Cocktail Cherries. For an extra-fancy touch, add a few drops of Angostura bitters in a semi-circle on the egg white foam, then drag a toothpick through the dots to create a beautiful heart design!
A classic of ours and the very first specialty cocktail we created at Grand Traverse Distillery, this simple two-ingredient drink combines our Cherry Vodka with lemonade to create the most delicious, refreshing beverage. Perfect in summertime and amazing year-round, it's a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
The beauty of a Mule is its versatility. Both our Cherry Whiskey and Cherry Vodka pair incredibly well with the citrus of lime and the spice of ginger beer, adding a subtle cherry sweetness to the cocktail. During summer, you'll see us slinging plenty of Mules with both spirit options!
Add spirits and lime juice to a copper mug or rocks glass with ice, then top with ginger beer.
For those with a sweet tooth, this one's for you. Our Cherry Vodka combined with rich chocolate flavors creates the perfect balance of sweetness and depth—a classic pairing in cocktail form.
In a shaker tin, combine all ingredients with ice. Shake vigorously to ensure the chocolate mixes thoroughly, then strain into a coupe or martini glass. Garnish with a cherry and enjoy!
