Pineapple Jalapeño Margaritas
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Pineapple Jalapeño Margaritas
Description
The drink starts by muddling fresh pineapple chunks, quartered lime, and sliced jalapeño in pineapple juice to release the fruit juices and jalapeño oils, establishing a fruity yet spicy flavor foundation. This juice blend forms the core of the cocktail, to which additional pineapple juice, fresh lime juice, and agave nectar are added to balance sweetness and acidity. The salted glass rim enhances the overall taste by contrasting with the drink's tang and spice.
Served over ice and optionally topped with sparkling water or ginger ale, the cocktail is crisp and refreshing with a noticeable but manageable jalapeño heat. Garnishes of lime wedges, pineapple chunks, or jalapeño rounds complement the drink’s presentation and flavor.
While this recipe presents a mocktail version, it includes notes on how to add tequila and triple sec for a spirited margarita. Preparation involves a simple muddling step and stirring, making it suitable for casual gatherings or refreshing summer drinks.
For an alcoholic version, add 2 oz tequila and 3/4 oz triple sec when mixing the drink.
Ingredients
Ingredients to muddle:
- 2 oz. pineapple juice 100%
- 1 lime quartered
- 1/2 cup pineapple fresh, chunks
- 4 lices jalapeño fresh
Rest of ingredients for the drink:
- 4 oz. pineapple juice 100%
- 1/2 oz. agave nectar or blue agave
- 1 lime juiced
- sparkling water or ginger ale, optional for fizz
- ice cubes
Instructions
- Wet the rim of your glass with a slice of a juicy lime and gently rotate the rim into the salt to coat the edge of the glass evenly. Fill the glass with ice cubes and set aside.
- Then, gently muddle the pineapple, limes and jalapeño with ~2 oz. pineapple juice for ~30 seconds – 1 minute to release the juices and oils.
- Pour these juices (along with some of the jalapeño seeds if you really like it spicy) into your prepared cocktail glass.
- Add in the remaining pineapple juice, fresh lime juice and agave nectar. Give it a gentle stir.
- Add a splash of sparkling water (optional) Garnish as desired: lime wedge, pineapple chunk, jalapeño round.
- *See recipe notes for adding tequila.
Notes
- This recipe shows a non-alcoholic version; add 2 oz tequila and 3/4 oz triple sec for a traditional margarita.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1drink
Amount Per Serving
Calories 280 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 280kcal | 14% |
| Carbohydrates | 67g | 22% |
| Protein | 4g | 8% |
| Fat | 2g | 3% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 16mg | 1% |
| Potassium | 1205mg | 26% |
| Fiber | 12g | 48% |
| Sugar | 50g | 100% |
| Vitamin A | 3938IU | 79% |
| Vitamin C | 484mg | 538% |
| Calcium | 77mg | 8% |
| Iron | 2mg | 11% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
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