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4-Ingredient Pineapple Margarita

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There are few things as good as an ice cold pineapple margarita! Shake up one of these fruity, but not-too-sweet drinks with just 4 ingredients. Best enjoyed on a hot summer day or at your next party!

pineapple margarita in a glass with lime wedges on the side.

What You’ll Need to Make a Pineapple Margarita

Tequila – Good quality tequila goes a long way in a homemade margarita! I love a good “middle shelf” tequila – not the cheapest but also NOT the most expensive. Casamigos and Espolon are my two current favorites, and taste delicious in this recipe!

Pineapple Juice – Either fresh or canned pineapple juice will work! I used canned pineapple juice because it’s easier. But if you really want to get crafty with these cocktails, make your own pineapple juice instead.

Lime Juice – Unlike the pineapple juice, fresh lime juice is best. I can almost always tell the difference between fresh and bottled lime juice. Fresh lime juice can turn a good cocktail into an incredible cocktail!

Triple Sec – Want to make this a skinny pineapple margarita? Replace the triple sec with orange juice. Triple sec has more sugar, which sweetens up this drink. Though if you don’t mind it a little less sweet, opt for the lower-calorie orange juice option instead.

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Tips and Tricks

  • Shake up these pineapple margaritas for your next themed party (cinco de mayo, perhaps?!). Simply juice the limes ahead of time, and have all ingredients set out. Then, add to a cocktail shaker and serve when guests arrive.
  • I like lining the rim of my margarita glass with a combo of sugar and salt. However, you can totally skip that first step of the recipe if that’s not your thing.
  • Make it a frozen margarita! To do this, add all margarita ingredients to a blender with a small handful of ice. Then, blend until slushy and enjoy immediately – extra refreshing!

Make a Pineapple Margarita Pitcher

For a whole pitcher of pineapple margaritas, use the measurements below:

  • 2 cups pineapple juice
  • 2 cups tequila
  • 1 cup triple sec (or orange juice)
  • 1 cup lime juice
Pineapple margarita in a glass with a pineapple slice on the side.
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4-Ingredient Pineapple Margarita

There are few things as good as an ice cold pineapple margarita! Shake up one of these fruity, but not-too-sweet drinks with just 4 ingredients. Best enjoyed on a hot summer day or at your next party!
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Prep Time: 3 minutes
Total Time: 3 minutes
Servings: 1 serving

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • lime wedge

For the margarita:

  • 2 ounces tequila
  • 2 ounces pineapple juice
  • 1 ounce lime juice
  • 1 ounce triple sec (or orange juice to make it a skinny margarita)

Instructions

  • Mix sugar and salt together on a small plate. Run lime wedge around the rim of your glass, then dip rim into sugar and salt mixture. Fill the glass with ice.
  • Fill a cocktail shaker with ice and add in the tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, and triple sec. Secure lid and shake for 30 seconds, then strain into glass and enjoy!

Nutrition

Calories: 300kcal

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How to Cut a Pineapple

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Cutting a pineapple is easy, when you follow these simple steps! A sharp knife, cutting board, and whole pineapple is all you’ll need. I even provide helpful tips on picking out a perfectly ripe pineapple, and what to do with it once it’s cut!

cut pineapple in a bowl with limes on the side

How To Select The Perfect Pineapple

  • Color: Every pineapple starts off green, and turns yellow as it ripens. Therefore, a pineapple with a more yellow skin will be sweeter, and more ripe!
  • Smell: I never buy a pineapple before smelling it! There’s so much to learn about how ripe a pineapple is based on its scent. So pick up that pineapple and give it a big ole’ whiff. If the pineapple smells sweet and like ..well, pineapple… then it’s perfectly ripe! Though if the pineapple has no smell at all, then it’s not yet ripe.
  • Leaves: The last step to ensuring your pineapple is ripe and ready to be cut, is by checking the leaves. Give those long, tough leaves at the top of the pineapple a gentle tug, and if they come away easily, then your pineapple is definitely ripe. If the leaves are a challenge to pull, then the pineapple likely isn’t yet ripe.
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Is Pineapple Healthy?

Sure is! Pineapple is pretty much bursting with nutrients. Just one cup of cut pineapple will fill you with fiber, antioxidants, vitamin C, folate, potassium, etc. Fresh pineapple is loaded with health benefits, including, but not limited to:

  • aids digestion (thank you, fiber!)
  • fights diseases (hello antioxidants!)
  • reduces inflammation
  • increases immunity
  • and may even reduce your risk of cancer!

How To Store Cut Pineapple

Freshly cut pineapple should be stored in an airtight container in the fridge. Pineapple will stay fresh for up to five days. If you don’t anticipate eating your cut pineapple within that timeframe, then I recommend freezing it instead. Similarly, store it in an airtight container in the freezer, where it will stay good for up to three months.

How to Cut a Pineapple

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Recipe by Samantha Course: SnacksDifficulty: Easy
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Prep time

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Total time

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Cutting a pineapple is easy, when you follow these simple steps! A sharp knife, cutting board, and whole pineapple is all you’ll need. I even provide helpful tips on picking out a perfectly ripe pineapple, and what to do with it once it’s cut!

Ingredients

  • 1 whole pineapple

Directions

  • Lay the pineapple on its side on a cutting board, then use a sharp knife to slice off both the top and bottom ends.
  • Next, stand the pineapple back up and slice off the skin, sliding your knife from top to bottom, following the shape of the pineapple.
  • Once skin is removed, keep the pineapple standing up and cut it into four quarters – one slice lengthwise and the other crosswise.
  • Lay each quarter of the pineapple down on the cutting board, with one of the cut side on the board. Angle your knife inwards to slice and remove the core from the pineapple, then repeat for other three pieces.
  • Last, slice each quarter in half lengthwise before making crosswise cuts to create bite-sized pineapple chunks.

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Pineapple Mojito (Low-Sugar)

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This pineapple mojito is incredibly light and refreshing! This recipe features an easy-to-make pineapple simple syrup that takes this summer cocktail to the next level. Fresh mint leaves, plenty of lime wedges, and a splash of white rum quickly come together to create this effortlessly delicious beverage.

club soda being poured into a pineapple mojito

I almost forgot how much I love mojitos. As you guys already know, I’m a big margarita girl. But that doesn’t mean stop me from craving ice cold mojitos in the summer! There’s just something about the literal sparkle in a mojito that makes it one of the most refreshing cocktails of all time. And because I’ve been on a pineapple kick lately (pineapple mimosa, I’m looking at you) I figured, why not add one of my favorite fruits to one of my favorite drinks?

I attempted making a pineapple mojito by simply muddling fresh pineapple chunks into the bottom of a glass. And while it was good, the pineapple really struggled to shine through. Therefore, I quickly and easily solved that problem by whipping up a homemade pineapple simple syrup. The incredible thing about this pineapple simple syrup is not just that it adds more delicious pineapple flavor, but that it adds extra sweetness without any extra sugar!

What You Need To Make a Pineapple Mojito

Fresh Pineapple – Pineapple’s peak season is anywhere between April and July, so enjoy it while it tastes best! Avoid any pineapples that are too green and very hard when gently squeezed. I like to tell if my pineapple is ripe or not by smell. It’s ready for this recipe when it smells like mildly sweet pineapple!

Mint – The magic ingredient that makes this pineapple mojito irresistibly refreshing. I actually used mojito mint leaves for this recipe, but any fresh mint leaves will work. And if you’re feeling adventurous, mint is a pretty easy plant to grow so I highly recommend you plant some! Your own mint plant = mojitos all day every day.

White Rum – White rum is traditional for any mojito recipe. I also prefer white rum for its more mild flavor over dark rum. If you’re in a pinch and only have dark rum, you can use it in this recipe. However, be sure to avoid using spiced rum or flavored rum – those simply won’t work.

Make it a Mocktail

  • Leave out the rum and add a touch more club soda for a refreshing pineapple mojito mocktail!
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Pineapple Mojito

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Recipe by Samantha Russo Course: DrinksCuisine: CubanDifficulty: Easy
Servings

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Total time

5

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This pineapple mojito is incredibly light and refreshing! This recipe features an easy-to-make pineapple simple syrup that takes this summer cocktail to the next level. Fresh mint leaves, plenty of lime wedges, and a splash of white rum quickly come together to create this effortlessly delicious beverage.

Ingredients

  • For the pineapple simple syrup:

  • 1 cup fresh pineapple

  • 1 cup water

  • 1/4 cup sugar, see Notes

  • For a single pineapple mojito:

  • 8 fresh mint leaves

  • 2 line wedges

  • 2 pineapple chunks

  • 1 1/2 ounces white rum

  • 2 tablespoons pineapple simply syrup (recipe included)

  • club soda, see Notes

Directions

  • For the pineapple simple syrup:
  • Blend pineapple and water until smooth, then add to a saucepan with the sugar.
  • Simmer for 30 minutes then cool and transfer to the refrigerator to chill for at least 1 hour before using in the recipe below.
  • For the pineapple mojito:
  • Add the fresh mint leaves, lime wedges, and pineapple chunks to the bottom of a glass and muddle to release flavor.
  • Fill cup with ice then add in white rum, pineapple simple syrup, and finish off with club soda. Stir before serving.

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Notes

  • Sugar: I used coconut sugar to keep this pineapple mojito refined sugar-free, though white or cane sugar will work as well!
  • Club Soda: I love using a pineapple flavored club soda for this cocktail recipe to boost that delicious pineapple flavor, however plain club soda will taste great too.
  • Pineapple simple syrup will keep in an airtight container in the fridge for up to one week.

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Pineapple Mimosas

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Close up image of pineapple mimosas, garnished with fresh pineapple.

These pineapple mimosas are a new and improved version of a brunch-time favorite! Fresh pineapple and a bottle of bubbly is all you’ll need for this effortless cocktail. Whip these innovative mimosas out at your next party or picnic and impress everyone with your new bartending skills (no one has to know how easy they were to make!).

Close up image of pineapple mimosas, garnished with fresh pineapple.

I’m sure we’re all pretty familiar with the classic orange juice mimosa. Perhaps we even enjoy a grapefruit mimosa on occasion. While yes, both flavors are good, they’re kind of …hmmm how do I say this politely – outdated?!

After years of drinking well cocktails in dark/questionable bars, I familiarized myself with how nicely pineapple pairs with alcohol. Luckily, my taste in alcoholic beverages has since improved. But I continued to drink the same old boring mimosas at brunch. I knew I deserved better when it came to my brunch beverage options, and most importantly, I knew my readers deserved better too! *Enter the pineapple mimosa with homemade, two-ingredient pineapple juice.* These pineapple mimosas are nothing short of refreshing! Perfectly sweet, with just the right amount of juice. I promise you, and everyone you choose to share these pineapple mimosas with, will fall head-over-heels for this fun, new brunch cocktail!

What You Need To Make Pineapple Mimosas

Fresh Pineapple – I tried this recipe with frozen pineapple and while the taste was still on-point, the texture was too difficult to strain. However, if you don’t mind a bit of pulp in your drink – you can definitely use fresh or frozen pineapple and skip the straining step altogether!

Champagne or Prosecco – Really any white sparkling wine will work here! And if i’m being completely honest, I usually can’t even taste a difference between Champagne or Prosecco. Therefore, I can’t recommend one over the other. However, I will say that the higher-end bottles of bubbly make better tasting pineapple mimosas – so keep that in mind when you’re shopping!

Make it a Mimosa Mocktail

  • Skip the champagne in these pineapple mimosas and use a flavored sparkling water instead! I’d recommend a grapefruit, lemon, or pineapple flavored sparkling water for these mocktails.

Pineapple Mimosas Tips and Tricks

  • Add a few pieces of frozen pineapple to the bottom of each glass to chill your cocktails. This is a great way to keep these drinks cold in warmer months, without watering them down!
  • If you have a juicer, feel free to use that to make the pineapple juice instead! Simply run fresh pineapple chunks through the juicer and use it directly in this recipe – no need to strain it.
  • Prep these pineapple mimosas ahead of time by making the fresh pineapple juice and storing it in the fridge until guests arrive or you’re ready to serve. Then, pop a bottle of Champagne and pour up those cocktails!
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Pineapple Mimosas

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Recipe by Samantha Russo Course: DrinksDifficulty: Easy
Servings

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Total time

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These pineapple mimosas are a new and improved version of a brunch-time favorite! Fresh pineapple and a bottle of bubbly is all you’ll need for this effortless cocktail. Whip these innovative mimosas out at your next party or picnic and impress everyone with your new bartending skills (no one has to know how easy they were to make!).

Ingredients

  • 2 cups fresh pineapple

  • 1/2 cup water, see Notes

  • 750ml bottle of Champagne or Prosecco, chilled

Directions

  • Blend the pineapple and water together until completely smooth.
  • Pour pineapple juice through a fine mesh strainer to remove pulp.
  • Add 1 ounce of fresh pineapple juice to a champagne flute and top with chilled Champagne or Prosecco.

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Notes

  • If you’re having trouble blending the pineapple, add more water as you see necessary.

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