Spicy Mezcal Pineapple Margarita
This Spicy Pineapple Mezcal Margarita combines smoky, sweet, and spicy flavors into a bold and refreshing cocktail. Mezcal’s signature smokiness pairs perfectly with tangy lime, sweet pineapple, and the subtle heat of jalapeños. It's the ultimate drink for summer parties, taco nights, or anytime you want to spice things up!
Ingredients
- 2 oz mezcal
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- ½ oz orange liqueur e.g., Cointreau
- ½ oz agave syrup
- 2-3 slices of fresh jalapeño
- 2-3 chunks of fresh pineapple for muddling
- Tajín or chili powder for the rim
- Ice cubes
- Pineapple wedge and jalapeño slice for garnish
Instructions
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks glass.
- Dip the rim in Tajín or chili powder to coat evenly.
- In a cocktail shaker, combine 2-3 pineapple chunks and 2-3 jalapeño slices.
- Use a muddler to crush them gently, releasing their juices and flavors.
- Pour in 2 oz of mezcal, 1 oz of lime juice, 1 oz of pineapple juice, ½ oz of orange liqueur, and ½ oz of agave syrup.
- Add a handful of ice cubes to the shaker.
- Secure the lid and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds, until the shaker feels icy cold.
- Fill your prepared glass with fresh ice.
- Strain the cocktail into the glass, leaving the muddled ingredients behind.
- Add a pineapple wedge and a jalapeño slice to the rim for a decorative touch.
- Enjoy!