pineapple jalapeño margaritas

Prep Time5 minutes
Total Time5 minutes
Servings: 5
Author: Lovoni
  • 2 cups pineapple juice, plus pineapple for garnish (optional)
  • 2 jalapenos, sliced, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 cup fresh lime juice about 5 to 6 limes
  • 1 cup tequila I used white, agave tequila
  • 1 cup triple sec or another orange liqueur such as Cointreau
  • lots of ice

SALTY SWEET CHILI RIMMER

  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon chili powder
  • 1 teaspoon smoked paprika optional
  • small lime wedges for running around the glass rims
  • Combine 1/2 cup of pineapple juice & jalapeno in a glass or straight-sided container. Use a wooden spoon handle or a ‘muddler’ & muddle the pineapple & jalapeno together – pressing down on the jalapeno to extract its juice.
  • Strain the mixture through a fine metal strainer into a large jug; discard the jalapeno. Add the remaining pineapple juice, lime juice, tequila & triple sec; stir to combine.

To make the rimmer:

  • Combine sugar, salt, chili powder & paprika in a small bowl. Sprinkle onto a small, flat plate.
  • Take the lime wedge & run it around the rim of each serving glass. Turn each glass upside down in the mixture & turn the glass to coat the rim.
  • Carefully fill glasses with ice. Pour the margarita over the ice. Garnish with a slice of jalapeno & pineapple. Makes about 5 cups.