Pineapple Margaritas Recipe
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Pineapple Margaritas Recipe
Description
This Pineapple Margaritas Recipe includes instructions for making a refreshing tequila-based cocktail either on the rocks or frozen. The on-the-rocks version mixes tequila, triple sec, pineapple juice, and margarita mix shaken with ice and poured into a salt-rimmed glass with a wedge of lime. The frozen variation blends these ingredients with frozen pineapple to create a smooth icy drink.
The salt and lime zest rim enhances the drink's citrus notes and balances the sweetness from pineapple and the orange liqueur. Using Powell & Mahoney Margarita Mix adds a pre-made blend of tartness and sweetness, but alternatives are suggested if unavailable.
This cocktail recipe is adjustable for serving multiple portions and can be customized with ingredient substitutions like omitting triple sec in favor of extra tequila. The garnish of lime and pineapple wedges adds an inviting finish to presentation.
Ingredients
For The Rim:
- 1 tablespoon salt coarse
- lime zest
For The Pineapple Margarita on The Rocks
- 2 oz. tequila
- ½ oz. triple sec or orange liquor
- 4 oz. Powell & Mahoney Margarita Mix
- 4 oz. pineapple juice
For The Frozen Pineapple Margaritas
- 1 cup pineapple frozen, cut
- 4 oz. Powell & Mahoney Margarita Mix
- 2 oz. tequila
- ½ oz. triple sec or orange liquor
As Garnish
- lime wedges
- pineapple wedge
Instructions
- To Make Pineapple Margaritas on the Rocks: Mix together salt and chili powder on a small flat plate. Wet the sides of a margarita glass with a wedge of lime. Rim the glass in the salt mixture. Place it in the freezer while you are making the cocktail.
- Fill a mason jar or shaker with ice. Pour in tequila, orange liquor, and Powell & Mahoney Margarita Mix. Give it a shake.
- Pour in the cold glass over ice.
- To Make Frozen Pineapple Margaritas: Place all ingredients in a blend. Blend until smooth. Pour into a cold margarita glass. Garnish with lime and pineapple wedges.
Notes
- Ingredients given are for one serving; multiply as needed for larger groups.
- If triple sec is not available, increase tequila proportionally as a substitute.
- An alternative margarita mix can be made by shaking 2 oz tequila blanco, 6 oz pineapple juice, 1 oz lime juice, and ½ oz triple sec with ice.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 1serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 366 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Calories | 366kcal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 19g | 6% |
| Protein | 1g | 2% |
| Fat | 1g | 2% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Sodium | 6981mg | 291% |
| Potassium | 155mg | 3% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 16g | 32% |
| Vitamin A | 6IU | 0% |
| Vitamin C | 11mg | 12% |
| Calcium | 19mg | 2% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.