Pineapple Margarita (Easy Recipe + How to Make It Perfect)

If you’re craving a margarita that tastes like sunshine, a Pineapple Margarita is the move. It’s sweet, tropical, and refreshing but still has that classic margarita tang that keeps it crisp and balanced.

This is the kind of cocktail that instantly elevates Taco Tuesday, whether you’re making tacos for friends, grilling carne asada, or just treating yourself to a fun, easy happy hour at home.

The best part? You can make it in minutes with simple ingredients and garnish it with a fresh pineapple slice for that perfect tropical finish.

It’s bright, refreshing, and easy enough to make on a random Tuesday but pretty enough to serve at a party.

Easy Pineapple Margarita Recipe

🍍 Pineapple Margarita (Serves 1)

Ingredients

• 2 oz tequila (Herradura silver or reposado)
• 2 oz pineapple juice (cold)
• 1 oz fresh lime juice
• 1 oz orange liqueur
• ½ oz agave syrup (optional, to taste)
• Ice

Garnish

• 1 fresh pineapple slice
• Optional: lime wedge
• Optional: Tajín or salt for the rim

How to Make a Pineapple Margarita

• Rim the glass (optional).
  Run a lime wedge around the rim of your glass and dip it into Tajín or salt.
• Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
  Add tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, triple sec, and agave syrup (if using).
• Shake hard for 10–15 seconds.
  You want it ice-cold and slightly frothy.
• Strain into a glass over fresh ice.
  A rocks glass works great, but a margarita glass is perfect if you’re going for the classic look.
• Garnish with a pineapple slice.
  Slide it onto the rim and serve immediately.

Pineapple Margarita Tips (So It Tastes Like a Restaurant Cocktail)

Use fresh lime juice it makes a huge difference.

If your pineapple juice is very sweet, skip the agave.

Want a more tropical flavor? Add a tiny splash of coconut water (just a little).
Want it spicy? Add 2–3 jalapeño slices to the shaker.

This margarita pairs especially well with:

• Shrimp tacos
• Fish tacos
• Chicken tacos
• Al pastor
• Carne asada
• Chips + guacamole

It’s a great match for anything with citrus, spice, or smoky grilled flavor.

A Tropical Taco Tuesday Favorite

A pineapple margarita is sweet, bright, and easy exactly what Taco Tuesday should feel like. It’s one of those drinks that instantly makes the night more fun, even if dinner is simple.