Pineapple Margarita with Mint Leaves: Fun Tropical Beverages Perfect for BBQ Drinks
A refreshing Pineapple Margarita with mint leaves that pairs perfectly with grilled BBQ dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1/4 cup tequila
- 2 tbsp triple sec
- 1 tbsp agave syrup
- Fresh mint leaves about 10
- Ice cubes
- Salt for rimming the glass
- Pineapple slices and mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Rim the glasses: Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass and dip in salt.
- Mix the margarita: In a cocktail shaker, combine pineapple juice, lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and agave syrup.
- Add mint: Muddle fresh mint leaves in the shaker to release their flavor.
- Shake it up: Add ice and shake vigorously for 10 seconds.
- Pour: Strain the margarita mixture into the salt-rimmed glasses filled with ice.
- Garnish: Add pineapple slices and mint sprigs for that tropical touch.