Pineapple Coconut Margarita
A refreshing cocktail that blends pineapple and coconut flavors, perfect for transporting you to a tropical paradise.
Ingredients
For the Margarita
- 1 tsp agave syrup
- 1 tbsp fine sea salt
- 1/2 lime Zest of 1/2 lime For rimming the glass
- Ice For serving
- 1.5 oz tequila (blanco or reposado)
- 0.5 oz coconut liqueur (or Cointreau, coconut rum works well too)
- 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice For best flavor use fresh
- 2 oz pineapple juice
- 1/4-1/2 oz agave syrup (or simple syrup) Adjust to taste
- 1 oz canned coconut milk (or 1/2 oz coconut cream) Use a handheld milk frother if too thick
For Garnish
- 1 pineapple wedge
- 1 lime slice
- 1 pineapple leaf (optional)
Instructions
Preparation
- Brush the rim of your glass with agave syrup and set it aside.
- On a small plate, mix together the sea salt and lime zest. Dip the glass into this mixture to coat the rim.
- Fill the glass with ice and set it aside.
Mixing
- In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, coconut liqueur, lime juice, pineapple juice, agave syrup, and coconut milk.
- If the coconut milk is too thick, use a handheld milk frother to blend it in before adding ice.
- Add a handful of ice to the shaker and shake vigorously for a few seconds until well mixed.
Serving
- Strain the mixture into the prepared glass filled with ice.
- Garnish with a wedge of pineapple and a slice of lime.
- Enjoy your refreshing Pineapple Coconut Margarita!
Notes
For best flavor, always use fresh lime juice! Adjust sweetness with agave syrup to your taste preferences. For a lighter drink, use soda water instead of coconut milk.