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Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita

A spicy-sweet twist on the classic margarita with fresh pineapple juice and jalapeño heat, perfectly balanced with tequila and lime.

10 minEasyServes 1195 cal/serving

FusionAlcoholic DrinkBlenderStandardLow CarbGluten-FreeLow-SodiumPork-FreeCorn-Free

Ingredients

  • 2 oz silver tequila
  • 1 1/2 oz fresh pineapple juice
  • 3/4 oz fresh lime juice
  • 1/2 oz agave nectar
  • 2-3 slices jalapeño slices (seeds removed for less heat), sliced
  • as needed tajin or chili-lime salt (for rim)
  • as needed ice cubes
  • 1 pineapple wedge (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. 1

    In a cocktail shaker, muddle 2-3 slices sliced jalapeño slices (seeds removed for less heat) gently to release the oils and spice.

  2. 2

    Add 2 oz silver tequila, 1 1/2 oz fresh pineapple juice, 3/4 oz fresh lime juice, and 1/2 oz agave nectar to the shaker.

  3. 3

    Fill the shaker with as needed ice cubes and shake vigorously for 15 seconds.

  4. 4

    Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass and dip in as needed tajin or chili-lime salt (for rim) if desired.

  5. 5

    Fill the glass with fresh ice and strain the cocktail into it.

  6. 6

    Garnish with 1 pineapple wedge (for garnish) and an additional jalapeño slice if desired.

Questions

Can I halve or double Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita?

Yes. As written it serves 1. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. To batch it for a crowd, multiply everything but add the ice only when serving.

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