If you love margaritas, and refreshing flavors that are sweet, but not too sweet, then this spicy pineapple mint margarita recipe is for you! This recipe is an elevated tropical twist on the classic margarita recipe.
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Previously my Hennessy Margarita recipe was a subscriber favorite on this blog, but I believe the sweet, tangy, herbal notes of this recipe will give my previous recipe a run for its money! Be sure to checkout this recipe as well for a more in-depth tutorial video on making margaritas from scratch.
Spicy Pineapple Mint Margarita Recipe Tutorial Video:
Tips for Making a Good Margarita:
- Use a Good Quality Tequila – There are sooo many popular tequila brands found in the market. However, don’t let popular brands and labels deceive you. Be sure to choose a good quality tequila that is made from 100% agave (aka 100% agave azul). Some tequila brands will say “100% agave”, but these often contain other additives. This recipe uses a Mezcal tequila, which is known to have a bright, rich, smoky taste.
- Select Fresh Ingredients – To take any margarita recipe to the next level, ALWAYS use fresh ingredients where possible. Fresh lime juice, lemon juice, herbs, ripe fruits and more. To keep this recipe simple, I used pineapple juice below instead of real pineapple. However, my preference is to muddle fresh pineapple chunks instead of juice. Fresh pineapple will elevate this recipe even more if used!
- Use Plenty of Ice – Ice is so important to make a good margarita. No one enjoys drinking a warm cocktail! As shown in the tutorial video, be sure to use plenty of ice when shaking your margarita. You also want to ensure you serve your margarita chilled over ice.
Pineapple Mint Mezcal Margarita Recipe
Transition from spring to summer with this sweet, smoky, yet refreshing margarita! This margarita balances earthy flavors from the Mezcal with the smooth calm finish of tropical pineapple juice! Can't wait for you to enjoy this recipe!
Ingredients
- 4-5 Fresh Mint Leaves
- 2 Cucumber Slices, cut to around 1 inch each
- 1 oz Simple Syrup
- 2 oz Mezcal Tequila
- 2.5 oz Pineapple Juice
- 2 Serrano Peppers (sliced), cut to around 1/2 inch each, with seeds
Instructions
- In a cocktail shaker, add 4-5 mint leaves, 2 slices of cucumber (peeled and cut into one inch each), and 1 oz of simple syrup. Muddle together for around 10 seconds.
- To the same cocktail shaker, add ice, 2 oz of Mezcal tequila, 2.5 oz of pineapple juice, and two 1 inch cuts of Serrano peppers. Shake for around 10 seconds, pour over ice, and serve.
- Optional: Serving glass can be rimmed with Tajin, sugar, or salt. (Tajin is my personal favorite!)
Nutrition
Calories: 323kcalCarbohydrates: 44gProtein: 4gFat: 1gSaturated Fat: 0.1gPolyunsaturated Fat: 0.1gMonounsaturated Fat: 0.02gSodium: 33mgPotassium: 986mgFiber: 5gSugar: 37gVitamin A: 718IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 108mgIron: 3mg
Nutrition information is automatically calculated, so should only be used as an approximation.
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I need this right away! It looks so tasty and so yummy! I can’t wait to make this drink on Christmas!