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    You are here: Home / Recipes / Tequila

    Perfect Pineapple Margarita

    Published: May 21, 2021 by Susie Weinrich · This post may contain affiliate links. 1 Comment

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    pineapple margarita in a fancy glass with a pineapple wedge on top
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    The search is over, you have found a truly Perfect Pineapple Margarita Recipe. It is a completely balanced ratio of margarita ingredients with the tropical flavor of pineapple. You only need 4 ingredients and a shaker (pssst.. the shaker is one of the secret steps to a perfect pineapple marg!!).

    pineapple margarita in a fancy glass with a pineapple wedge on top

    If you love a margarita you can also try this grapefruit margarita, apple cider margarita, or pomegranate margarita. So many to choose from!

    RELATED: Frozen Pineapple Margarita OR Jalapeno Pineapple Margarita

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    1 Ingredients
    2 Cocktail Shaker
    3 Tips for the Perfect Pineapple Margarita
    4 Related Recipes
    5 Did you make this recipe?!
    6 Perfect Pineapple Margarita Recipe

    Ingredients

    You only need 4 ingredients to make a killer Pineapple Margarita, plus kosher salt (optional).

    4 ingredients for pineapple margaritas

    Cocktail Shaker

    You definitely want to use a cocktail shaker to make your pineapple margarita!!!

    The Cocktail Shaker (or in a pinch you can use a mason jar, carefully!!) is essential. It totally opens up the pineapple flavor and blends the ingredients perfectly.

    Bonus, it creates this beautiful foam on top of your marg!

    Tips for the Perfect Pineapple Margarita

    • Shake your pineapple juice before measuring it into your drink. It can tend to separate.
    • If your margarita doesn’t completely fill your glass, add more ice on top. A nice icy drink always looks yummy!
    • Garnish with pineapple or lime.
    • Only salt half the rim… too much salt will overtake the nice tropical flavors of the pineapple.
    • DO NOT SKIP THE SHAKING!!! If you don’t have a cocktail shaker, just use a mason jar with a lid (but be careful since it is glass).
    • Serve it with chips and Salsa, Guac or Pico de Gallo!
    two pineapple margaritas on a table

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    Perfect Pineapple Margarita Recipe

    A truly perfect recipe for a Pineapple Margarita. All the right ratios of alcohol and juice, plus tips for the BEST margarita.
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    Prep Time: 5 minutes minutes
    Cook Time: 0 minutes minutes
    Servings: 1 margarita
    Calories: 165kcal
    Author: Susie Weinrich

    Equipment

    • Cocktail Shaker (in a pinch use a mason jar, carefully)

    Ingredients

    • 1 oz silver tequila
    • ¾ oz Cointreau- triple sec
    • ½ oz fresh squeezed lime juice
    • 2 oz pineapple juice

    Garnish

    • kosher salt
    • pineapple wedges or lime wheels
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    Instructions

    • Prep an 8-10 oz glass by running a little lime or pineapple over half the rim of the glass, then dip in kosher salt. Fill the glass half way with crushed ice.
      Pro Tip: Only salt half the rim so you can have some drinks with salt and some without. I find salting the whole rim is too much for the pineapple.
      kosher salt
    • Fill a cocktail shaker with a few cubes of ice. Add the tequila, Cointreau, lime juice and pineapple. Shake vigorously for about 20-30 seconds.
      Pro Tip: Shaking is not optional! Shaking opens up the pineapple and combines the flavors. If you do not have a shaker use a mason jar (carefully).
      1 oz silver tequila, ¾ oz Cointreau- triple sec, ½ oz fresh squeezed lime juice, 2 oz pineapple juice
    • Strain your pineapple margarita into your prepared glass.
    • Garnish the glass with a lime wheel or pineapple wedge.
      pineapple wedges or lime wheels

    Notes:

    RECIPE TIPS: 
    • Shake your pineapple juice before measuring it into your drink. It can tend to separate.
    • If your margarita doesn’t completely fill your glass, add more ice on top. A nice icy drink always looks yummy!
    • Garnish with pineapple or lime.
    • Add a jalapeno as a garnish for a little kiss of heat.
    If it’s a party serve your margaritas up with some chips and Salsa, Guac or Pico de Gallo!
    MORE PINEAPPLE COCKTAILS: 
    • Frozen Pineapple Margarita
    • Jalapeno Pineapple Margarita
    Did you try this recipe? Connect with me & let me know how it turned out by commenting below!
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    Serving: 1drink | Calories: 165kcal | Carbohydrates: 15g | Protein: 1g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 3mg | Potassium: 97mg | Fiber: 1g | Sugar: 13g | Vitamin A: 10IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 10mg | Iron: 1mg

    If nutrition facts are provided they are calculated as an estimate to the best of our knowledge.

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    Susie Weinrich is the recipe developer, food photographer, and content creator behind Mom's Dinner. She has over 20 years experience in the food industry. Currently, Susie shares all her recipes and food knowledge on Mom's Dinner. You will find her recipes are easy to follow and full of tips and tricks to make sure the recipe you are making turns out perfect!

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    1. Allison

      August 04, 2022 at 7:18 am

      5 stars
      Thank you, Thank you, Thank you!
      Recipes like this have been a lifesaver for my family!

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