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Pineapple Margarita

A refreshing and balanced Pineapple Margarita that highlights the bright flavors of fresh pineapple, lime, and tequila.
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Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 servings
Course: Cocktail, Drink
Cuisine: Mexican
Calories: 220
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Margarita
  • 2 ounces tequila (blanco preferred) Choose 100% agave tequila for best flavor
  • 1.5 ounces pineapple juice Use fresh juice if possible; canned works too
  • 1 ounce fresh lime juice Squeeze just before mixing
  • 0.5 - 0.75 ounce orange liqueur (Triple Sec or Cointreau)
  • 0.25 - 0.5 ounce agave syrup Optional, adjust sweetness to taste
  • 1 pinch kosher salt Enhances flavor
  • ice For shaking and serving
For Garnish
  • 1 lime wedge For rimming the glass
  • flaky salt or Tajin For rimming choice
  • 1 pineapple wedge or lime wheel For garnish

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it in salt or Tajin.
  2. Fill a shaker with ice.
  3. Add tequila, pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, orange liqueur, agave syrup (if using), and a pinch of salt.
  4. Shake hard until the outside of the shaker is frosty.
  5. Strain into an ice-filled glass.
  6. Garnish with a pineapple wedge or lime wheel.

Notes

For a frozen version, blend the same ingredients with ice until smooth. Taste and adjust with lime or agave as needed. You can also try half tequila and half mezcal for a smoky edge.