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Pineapple margarita with chili rim.
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5 from 2 votes

Pineapple Margarita (or Mezcal Margarita)

Shake up a refreshing homemade pineapple margarita for a refreshing change this summer. Try both options: with tequila or with smoky mezcal.
Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Course: Beverages, Cocktails
Cuisine: Mexican, Southwestern
Servings: 1
Author: Rachel Gurk

Ingredients

  • 2 oz. mezcal or tequila (see note)
  • 1 oz. triple sec or another orange liqueur
  • ½ oz. lime juice
  • 3 oz. pineapple juice (or up to 4 oz., depending on how sweet you like it)
  • ½ oz. agave syrup, plus additional for rim
  • chili powder or Tajín seasoning (see note)
  • ice cubes

Instructions

  • Spread Tajin seasoning or chili powder onto a flat small plate.
    chili powder or Tajín seasoning
  • Use a bit of agave syrup to moisten the rim of the glass. Dip the rim of the glass into the seasonings on the plate, making sure the rim is evenly covered.
  • Add a few ice cubes to glass and set aside.
  • In a cocktail shaker, add ice, mezcal, triple sec, lime juice, pineapple juice, and agave syrup. Shake well for about 20 seconds until the cocktail is cold.
    2 oz. mezcal or tequila, 1 oz. triple sec or another orange liqueur, ½ oz. lime juice, 3 oz. pineapple juice , ½ oz. agave syrup, plus additional for rim
  • Strain into a glass, garnish with pineapple slices and serve. Enjoy!

Notes

  • Mezcal/tequila: Mezcal has a smoky taste that pairs perfectly with the pineapple but this drink is also delicious made with tequila. Choose your favorite. 
  • Pineapple juice: For best flavor, use fresh pineapple juice. Frozen 100% pineapple juice can be reconstituted and used; canned pineapple juice should be chilled well.
  • Rim options: Rim the glass with sugar or salt, instead of chili powder or Tajín seasoning, for a more traditional margarita.
  • To make a pitcher (8 servings) Mix ingredients in pitcher or covered container and chill for up to 8 hours. Prepare rims and add ice cubes to 8 glasses, fill with margarita mix, and serve.
    • 16 oz. tequila (2 cups)
    • 8 oz. triple sec (1 cup)
    • 4 oz. lime juice (½ cup)
    • 24 oz. pineapple juice (3 cups), more to taste
    • 4 oz. agave syrup (½ cup), plus extra for rims

Nutrition

Serving: 6oz. | Calories: 311kcal | Carbohydrates: 32g | Protein: 0.4g | Fat: 0.3g | Saturated Fat: 0.04g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 5mg | Potassium: 137mg | Fiber: 0.3g | Sugar: 28g | Vitamin A: 11IU | Vitamin C: 15mg | Calcium: 13mg | Iron: 0.3mg

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