Spicy Pineapple Margarita is one of those cocktails with a tantalizing aroma that floats through the air.
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The first time I ordered it was in Cabo – such relaxing memories! I had to make it back home for my Cinco de Mayo party. Along with Skinny Orange Margaritas, both cocktails were a huge hit.
With the perfect blend of fresh pineapple and a subtle heat, this drink is more than just a beverage; it’s an experience—a fiesta in a glass.
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Ingredients
- Silver tequila
- Fresh Pineapple juice
- Orange liqueur (like Triple Sec)
- Jalapeño peppers
- Pineapple chunks (garnish)
- jalapeño slices, garnish
- Tajin chile powder (or regular chile powder)
- Lime
- Ice
In Mexican cuisine, the margarita is a symbol of celebration, enjoyment, and vibrant flavors.
The easy recipe honors this tradition with a tropical twist, transporting you to sun-kissed beaches and adding a fiery kick.
Instructions
- Rub the rim of a glass with a lime wedge.
Fresh lime is essential for this spicy margarita. It’ll act as the glue for the chile powder.
This is one of the easiest margarita recipes to make. Make a big pitcher!
- Pour Tajin (or chile powder) on a small plate.
- Press the rim of the glass into the Tajin until well coated.
You can also use a salt mixture with your chile. Or substitute with sugar.
How to Make a Pitcher:
Let’s say you get ten glasses of 10-ounce servings per pitcher. Use 2 cups of silver tequila, 1 ¼ cup pineapple juice, ⅔ cup orange liqueur, and 1 sliced jalapeno. Muddle the jalapeno with some of the pineapple juice. Pour the jalapeno mixture into pitcher along with the rest of the ingredients. Stir and serve into prepared glasses with ice.
- Place jalapeño slices into a cocktail shaker.
- Using a muddler or the handle of a wooden spoon, muddle the jalapeño slices.
Where sweetness meets spice for a taste of paradise.
Slice the fresh jalapeños. You’ll later garnish the glass with a number of jalapeno slices.
How to adjust the heat:
Use only 1 jalapeno spice for mild spice. For a spicy drink, use 2 jalapeno slices. 3-4 jalapeno slices for really hot.
- Add tequila, pineapple juice, orange liquor, and fresh ice.
- Shake until the outside of the shaker mists.
- Add ice and 1 or 2 jalapeño slices to the glass, and garnish with a pineapple chunk.
- Pour the margarita into the glass.
This perfect margarita is one of the most delicious cocktails that you can make at home. It’s a great way to enjoy fresh fruit with a bit of heat.
With the first sip, your taste buds come alive with the perfect blend of fresh pineapple flavor and a subtle heat that sparks your senses.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! Simply replace the tequila with pineapple juice or sparkling water for a delicious mocktail that still captures the tropical and spicy essence of the original recipe.
The spice level can be adjusted to suit your taste. By removing the seeds from the jalapeño and adding it gradually, you can control the level of heat. Start with one slice and add more if you want it spicier. You can also substitute serrano chile for the jalapenos.
Yes. The best way to make a good margarita is to take the extra step of choosing good tequila. I prefer silver but some people like to use blanco tequila (white tequila).
More Cocktail Recipes:
The Spicy Pineapple Margarita recipe is a tropical paradise in a glass. It’s the perfect balance of the sweetness of the pineapple and zesty jalapeño.
It’s a perfect happy hour drink that’s sweet, has just the right heat level, and is undeniably refreshing.
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Spicy Pineapple Margarita
Ingredients
- 3 ounces silver tequila
- 2 ounces pineapple juice
- 1 ounce orange liqueur (cointreau)
- 2 slices jalapeno
- pineapple chunks (garnish)
- Tajin (for rim of glass)
- Lime (for rim of glass)
- Ice
- jalapeño slices (garnish)
Instructions
- Pour Tajin (or chile powder) on a small plate.
- Rub lime all over the rim of a glass.
- Press the rim into the Tajin until well coated.
- Place 2 jalapeno slices into a cocktail shaker.
- Using a muddler, muddle the jalapeno slices.
- Add the tequila, pineapple juice, orange liqueur, and ice.
- Add ice to prepared glass.
- Pour the margarita into the glass.
- Garnish with more jalapeno slices and pineapple chunk.
Notes
How to Make a Pitcher:
Let’s say you get ten glasses of 10-ounce servings per pitcher. Use 2 cups of silver tequila, 1 ¼ cup pineapple juice, ⅔ cup orange liqueur, and 1 sliced jalapeno. Muddle the jalapeno with some of the pineapple juice. Pour the jalapeno mixture into pitcher along with the rest of the ingredients. Stir and serve into prepared glasses with ice.Nutrition
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I was looking for a recipe like this, thank you for sharing! I can’t wait to try it soon!
Hope you enjoy making and savoring the spicy and refreshing flavors of this Spicy Pineapple Margarita. Have fun and drink responsibly!
Love at first sip! We really enjoy some chilli heat with pineapple, so this drink was as if it was made for us! Superb recipe! Thank you very much!
Glad the recipe resonated with your taste preferences, and I hope it brought you a refreshing and enjoyable drink experience. Cheers!
I am not a fan of alcoholic drinks but this is a refreshing drink. Looks really good.
Thank you! You can use this recipe as a starting point to make your own non-alcoholic version of this drink. Just replace the tequila with pineapple juice or sparkling water for a delicious mocktail. Enjoy!
My wife made this for girls night and they all loved it!
That’s fantastic to hear! The Spicy Pineapple Margarita must have been a hit at the girls’ night. Cheers to your wife for her bartending skills and creating a delicious cocktail that made the evening even more special!
Sweet with a nice kick of heat. This was refreshing and not too hot for me. Tasty, refreshing, and a great drink to unwind.
Glad to hear that you liked this Spicy Pineapple Margarita. Such a great recipe!