Summer days and frozen margaritas are a match made in heaven! And this frozen spicy pineapple margarita recipe is my go-to with its delicious fruity and spicy twist.
A classic margarita is made with tequila, lime juice, triple sec, and agave syrup. But there are hundreds of variations with all kinds of fruit and flavorings available. In this variation, the sweetness of the pineapple, fresh limes and a little heat give the perfect balance of flavor to this drink.
The pineapple in this cocktail recipe makes this frozen drink even more refreshing and the spicy kick is the perfect companion. This pineapple jalapeno margarita recipe is truly packed with flavor that will have you making this recipe over and over again. This delicious cocktail is the perfect drink for Mexican food and I highly recommend this cocktail for your next Cinco de Mayo celebration!
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Ingredient Notes
- Frozen pineapple chunks - You can use store-bought frozen pineapple chunks, but I simply cut a fresh pineapple into small chunks and pop them in a container in the freezer overnight.
- Fresh jalapeños - You can decide the spice level of your cocktail by adding more of less of the fresh peppers. And remember that if you prefer a milder flavor, you can de-seed your pepper to reduce the heat level.
- Lime juice - Fresh lime juice has the best flavor.
- Agave nectar - You can leave this out if you want your pineapple cocktail to be less sweet or you can substitute for honey if you prefer.
- Tequila - You can use your favorite tequila. Blanco Tequila is traditionally better than Gold Tequila for margaritas because it has a more pure, stronger flavor.
- Triple Sec - This adds a splash of delicious citrus flavor to the cocktail.
Garnish Suggestions
- Lime Juice to wet the rim of the glass
- Chili powder or cayenne powder
- Coarse Salt
- Lime Wedge or Lime Wheel
- Fresh pineapple chunks and/or jalapeño slices
How to Make a Spicy Pineapple Margarita
- STEP ONE: Place the ice, frozen pineapple chunks, fresh jalapeno, lime juice, agave nectar, tequila and triple sec in a high-speed blender.
- STEP TWO: Blend until completely smooth. Give it a stir halfway if the blender gets stuck or add a little extra lime juice, or tequila (we won't judge) if desired.
- STEP THREE: To add a little extra spicy flavor, place salt and cayenne pepper on a small plate. Use half a lime to rim the glasses with lime juice and then place the rim of each serving glass in the cayenne pepper mixture to coat it.
- STEP FOUR: Pour the margarita mixture into a rimmed glass. Garnish with a slice of lime and enjoy!
How to Rim a Margarita Glass
Everybody loves a thick-rimmed margarita - it's an important part of the cocktail experience. The chili lime salt rim is what makes these margaritas extra special so it’s important you get your glasses rimmed perfectly! A great margarita with a spotty rim is a real letdown. So follow the instructions below to get the best spicy rim for your margarita:
- Put your salt, sugar, or mix into a shallow bowl or plate and spread into a thick, even layer.
- Run a fresh lime around the rim of your glasses making sure it is well coated with juice.
- Dip the rim into the salt mixture and you are ready to serve up some yummy margaritas.
How to Make a Mocktail Pineapple Margarita
If you're looking to make a frozen margarita mocktail, substitute the tequila and triple sec in the recipe for some pineapple juice. This will make for a delicious non-alcoholic version of this margarita that is still full of flavor and fun!
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Recipe
Spicy Pineapple Margarita
Equipment
Ingredients
- 1 Cup Ice Cubes
- 2 Cups Frozen Pineapple Chunks
- ¼ Cup Tequila
- 3 Tablespoons Triple Sec
- 2 Tablespoon Lime Juice
- ½ - 1 Fresh Jalapeno stem removed
- 2 teaspoon Agave Nectar
For the Garnish:
- Cayenne Pepper
- Coarse Salt
- Lime Slices
Instructions
- Place all the ingredients for the margarita into a blender. Blend until smooth.1 Cup Ice Cubes, 2 Cups Frozen Pineapple Chunks, ¼ Cup Tequila, 3 Tablespoons Triple Sec, 2 Tablespoon Lime Juice, ½ - 1 Fresh Jalapeno, 2 teaspoon Agave Nectar
- For the rim, combine salt and cayenne pepper on a small plate. Run a lime wedge along the edge of each glass and dip it into the cayenne salt mixture to coat.Cayenne Pepper, Coarse Salt, Lime Slices
- Garnish with fresh slices of lime and enjoy.Lime Slices
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