Bring the tropical vibes to your home with this refreshing Pineapple Margarita recipe. It's perfect for any occasion where you want a touch of sweetness paired with the robust flavors of tequila and Grand Marnier. Whether served on the rocks or blended into a frozen delight, this cocktail will transport you to your happy place.
Ingredients
By the Glass (Single Serving)
- 3 ounces 100% pineapple juice
- 1 ounce fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce tequila
- 1 ounce Grand Marnier
- Optional: 1 teaspoon agave syrup (for added sweetness)
- Garnish: sugar or coarse kosher salt, pineapple and lime wedges
By the Pitcher (8 Servings)
- 3 cups pineapple juice
- 1 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 cup tequila
- 1 cup Grand Marnier
- Optional: 1 cup agave syrup (for added sweetness)
Instructions
By the Glass
- Prepare the Glass: Swipe the rim of the glass with a lime wedge, then roll the outside rim in sugar or salt to coat it. Be careful not to get sugar or salt inside the glass.
- Mix the Drink: Fill the glass with ice. Pour in the pineapple juice, lime juice, Grand Marnier, and tequila. Stir gently to mix.
- Add Sweetener: Optionally, sweeten the mixture with agave syrup according to your taste.
- Garnish and Serve: Garnish with a wedge of pineapple and lime. Enjoy immediately.
For a Frozen Pineapple Margarita
- Blend Ingredients: Add 1 cup of ice to a blender along with the pineapple juice, lime juice, Grand Marnier, tequila, and optional agave syrup.
- Blend: Blend until you reach your desired consistency.
- Serve: Pour into a prepared glass and garnish as above.
By the Pitcher
- Prepare the Pitcher: Fill a large pitcher with ice.
- Combine Ingredients: Add the pineapple juice, lime juice, Grand Marnier, and tequila. Stir well to combine.
- Add Sweetener: Optionally, sweeten with agave syrup according to taste.
- Serve: Serve in prepared glasses, garnished with pineapple and lime wedges.
Notes
- Serving Size: Approximately ¾ cup per serving.
- Calories: Each serving contains about 130 calories.
Tips
- Sugar vs. Salt Rim: Choose sugar for a sweeter taste or salt for a classic margarita edge.
- Quality Ingredients: Use high-quality tequila and Grand Marnier to enhance the flavor of your margarita.
- Adjust Sweetness: Adjust the amount of agave syrup based on the sweetness of your pineapple juice and personal preference.
Conclusion
This Pineapple Margarita is as delicious as it is versatile, perfect for sipping on a sunny day or at a festive gathering. It's easy to make, either by the glass or by the pitcher, and can be customized to suit any taste. Enjoy your mini tropical getaway in a glass! Cheers!
Pineapple Margarita Recipe
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 serving
- Diet: Vegan
Description
The Pineapple Margarita mixes the tangy sweetness of pineapple with the bold flavor of tequila, creating a tropical cocktail that's both refreshing and delightfully sharp.
Ingredients
- 2 ounces tequila (preferably blanco for a smoother taste)
- 1 ounce lime juice (freshly squeezed)
- 1 ounce pineapple juice (fresh or canned)
- ½ ounce triple sec or Cointreau
- Pineapple slices, for garnish
- Lime wheel, for garnish
- Salt or sugar, for rimming the glass
Instructions
- Rim a margarita glass with lime juice and then dip in salt or sugar to coat the rim.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine tequila, lime juice, pineapple juice, and triple sec with ice.
- Shake well until the outside of the shaker is frosty, about 15-20 seconds.
- Strain into the prepared glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a slice of pineapple and a lime wheel.
Notes
- For a frozen Pineapple Margarita, blend the ingredients with ice in a blender until smooth.
- Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less pineapple juice or a splash of simple syrup if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Beverage
- Method: Shaking
- Cuisine: Mexican
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cocktail
- Calories: 180
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 2mg
- Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Unsaturated Fat: 0g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 14g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 0g
- Cholesterol: 0mg
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