Jalapeño Pineapple Margarita
The spicy-sweet cocktail that dominates every trending cocktail list. The heat of fresh jalapeño meets tropical pineapple in a margarita that's become the signature order at trendy Mexican restaurants. The spicy cocktail trend's poster child — sweet, smoky, and addictively sippable. — Crafted by Blinner with Love
Ingredients
- 2 oz Blanco tequila
- 1.5 oz Fresh pineapple juice
- 0.8 oz Fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz Agave syrup
- 3 slices Fresh jalapeño
- pineapple wedge (garnish) garnish
- jalapeño slice (garnish) garnish
Pairs With
Pair with carne asada tacos or grilled shrimp ceviche to echo the cocktail's spicy-sweet profile and tropical brightness. The heat of the jalapeño complements charred meats and citrus-cured seafood perfectly.
Instructions
Muddle 2 jalapeño slices in a shaker — remove seeds for less heat
Add tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, and agave syrup
Fill with ice and shake vigorously for 12 seconds
Double-strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice
Garnish with a pineapple wedge and floating jalapeño slice
Tips
Control the heat: leave seeds in for fiery, remove all seeds for mild warmth, use 1 slice for gentle tingle Infuse a whole bottle of tequila with sliced jalapeños for 2-4 hours for even heat distribution A dash of Cholula hot sauce in the shaker adds another layer of complexity