Tropical Pineapple Margarita

Name: Tropical Pineapple Margarita
Prep time: 10 min
Total time: 10 min
Cuisine: Mexico
Ingredients: 12 cl of tequila; 8 cl of triple sec; 20 cl of pineapple juice; 8 cl of lime; 4 cl of simple syrup; 200 g of ice cubes; 2 tbsp of salt; 1 tsp of Espelette pepper; 4 slices of pineapple

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An exotic, refreshing margarita that pairs the sweetness of pineapple juice with the freshness of lime and the warm notes of tequila. A fruity, sunny cocktail that is ideal for aperitifs or summer evenings.

Total time: 10 min
Prep: 10 min
Cook: –
Difficulty: Easy
Per person: €0.75

By the CookinBreak team

Ingredients 9

glasses

Estimated cost €3.00

For the rim

2 tbsp saltoptional
1 tsp Espelette pepperoptional

For the garnish

4 slices of pineappleoptional

Equipment

Shaker
Cocktail glasses
Citrus juicer
Paring knife
Dinner platefor rimming

Instructions

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Pour the salt onto a flat plate and mix it with the Espelette pepper if you want a lightly spicy touch. Rub the rim of the glasses with a lime wedge, then dip them in the mixture to create an even rim. Keep the glasses chilled.

In a shaker, pour the tequila, triple sec, pineapple juice, freshly squeezed lime juice and cane sugar syrup.
Generously fill the shaker with ice cubes, then close it tightly.
Shake vigorously for about until the mixture is perfectly chilled and slightly frothy.
Fill the rimmed glasses with a few fresh ice cubes. Then strain the contents of the shaker into each glass.
Add a wedge of fresh pineapple and a lime slice or wedge on the rim of each glass.
Serve immediately to fully enjoy the freshness and fruity aromas of this tropical margarita.

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Nutrition facts

per serving · estimate

165kcal

Protein0 g0%
Carbs25 g100%
Fat0 g0%

Share of each nutrient in the calories of one serving.

Good to know

Chef's tip

For an even more fragrant margarita, use freshly squeezed pineapple juice. Put the glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before serving to keep the cocktail cold longer. You can also add a few pieces of fresh pineapple to the shaker to bring out the tropical flavors.

Freezing : Can you freeze this recipe?

Not recommended

Not suited to freezing as is. Alcohol lowers the freezing point. Can be turned into a granita.

Storage : How long does it keep?

Not suited to batch cooking. Dilution from the ice should happen at serving time.

Making ahead : Can you make it the day before?

Yes

The pineapple juice, lime and simple syrup mixture keeps 24h max in the fridge in an airtight bottle. Add the alcohol and ice before serving.

Reheating : How do you reheat it?

Not applicable. Drink served chilled or iced.

Variations

Mix the salt with Espelette pepper to rim the glasses.
Garnish with a pineapple wedge and a lime slice.
Strain the cocktail into glasses filled with fresh ice cubes.

Mistakes to avoid

Squeezing the lime in advance: squeeze it at the last moment.
Shaking too little: shake for 15 to 20 seconds.
Serving without fresh ice: fill the glasses with new ice cubes.

Frequently asked questions

How do you rim the glasses?

Pour the salt onto a flat plate, mix it with Espelette pepper for a spicy touch, rub the rim of the glasses with a lime wedge, then dip them in the salt.

What quantities for 4 margaritas?

For 4 glasses, use 12 cl of tequila, 8 cl of triple sec, 20 cl of pineapple juice, 8 cl of lime juice and 4 cl of simple syrup, shaken with about 200 g of ice cubes.

How do you shake the cocktail?

Pour all the liquids into a shaker, fill it generously with ice cubes, close it and shake vigorously for 15 to 20 seconds, until the mixture is well chilled and slightly frothy.

How do you serve the margarita?

Fill the rimmed glasses with fresh ice cubes, strain the contents of the shaker, add a wedge of fresh pineapple and a lime slice on the rim, then serve right away.