A Spicy Pineapple Margarita is a refreshing cocktail with hints of sweetness and spice created by Chile Liqueur. Serve it over ice with a salt and chili powder rim followed by a garnishment of fresh pineapple and lime.
A margarita in the summertime is just so satisfying. This variation is perfect for those who don’t like their cocktail to be overly sweet. Leave that pre-made sweet and sour mix at the store and use fresh lime juice and agave nectar for a superior flavor.
Sweetener Alternatives
There are several different sweetener options that will work for this cocktail. I prefer to use agave nectar in my cocktails as an alternative to simple syrup created from regular sugar. However, Simple Syrup can easily be made from scratch if you don’t have agave nectar on hand. Just bring equal parts sugar and water to a low boil and stir until sugar is completely dissolved. Allow the syrup to cool completely before using. Store any leftovers in an air-tight container in the refrigerator for up to one month.
Maple syrup or honey are also flavorful alternatives that will work to sweeten your margarita. It is really a matter of personal preference.
Spice it Up
I’ve been wanting to purchase a good spicy liqueur for awhile and decided to try this Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur. It adds the perfect bit of spice without being overpowering. Just keep in mind a little goes a long way unless, you really want to feel the burn.
If you don’t want to purchase a spicy liqueur, you can make your own Jalapeño Simple Syrup or muddle a slice or two of jalapeño with your tequila and sweetener of choice. I’ve also, even made candied jalapeños to garnish my margaritas with.
Needed Ingredients
- Pineapple Juice
- Fresh Lime Juice
- Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur
- Gold Tequila
- Agave Nectar
- Triple Sec
- Chili Powder
- Kosher Salt
- Pineapple Slices
- Lime Slices
More to Love
If you love this Spicy Pineapple Margarita, be sure to visit my cocktail page for inspiration. A Watermelon Margarita Slush Bucket or Orange Creamsicle Margarita are a couple of my other favorites for entertaining. Serve it up with Mango Salsa with Cinnamon Chips or Tex-Mex Dip.
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- Watermelon Margarita Slush Bucket
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- Skinny Watermelon Margarita
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- Key Lime Pie Martini
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A Spicy Pineapple Margarita is a refreshing cocktail with hints of sweetness and spice created by Chile Liqueur. Serve it over ice with a salt and chili powder rim followed by a garnishment of fresh pineapple and lime.
- 6 oz Pineapple Juice
- 2 tbsp. fresh lime juice (1 lime)
- .75 oz. Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur
- 1.5 oz. Gold Tequila
- .75 oz. Triple Sec
- 2 tbsp. Agave Nectar
- 1 tbsp. Kosher Salt
- 1/2 tsp. chili powder
- 1 slice lime
- 1 slice pineapple
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Mix together the chili powder and kosher salt and spread the contents over a small plate.
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Run a slice of lime over the entire rim of a lowball cocktail glass.
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Dip the cocktail glass in the salt mixture until coated.
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Add 1 cup of ice to a cocktail shaker with the pineapple juice, lime juice, Chile liqueur, tequila, triple sec and agave nectar.
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Shake until chilled and pour contents with ice into prepared cocktail glass.
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Garnish with a slice of pineapple and lime.
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