Go Back

Pineapple Coconut Margarita

A vibrant, refreshing tropical cocktail that combines fresh pineapple juice with creamy coconut rum and classic tequila, creating a perfectly balanced drink that tastes like a vacation in a glass.
Print Recipe Pin Recipe
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings: 1 drink
Course: Drinks and Beverages
Cuisine: Mexican-inspired
Calories: 210
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 1.5 ounces silver tequila
  • 1 ounce coconut rum
  • 2 ounces fresh pineapple juice
  • 0.5 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 0.5 ounce triple sec or Cointreau
  • Ice cubes
  • Sea salt for rimming optional
  • Fresh pineapple wedge or lime wheel for garnish

Equipment

  • Cocktail shaker or mason jar with tight-fitting lid
  • Jigger or measuring spoon
  • Bar spoon or long spoon
  • Strainer or fine mesh sieve
  • Rocks glass or margarita glass
  • Citrus juicer or hand-held reamer
  • Cutting board and sharp knife
  • Small plate for salt rim

Method
 

  1. Fill your rocks glass or margarita glass with ice and set it aside to chill.
  2. Pour sea salt onto a small plate and wet the rim of your glass with a lime wedge. Roll the rim gently in the salt until it's evenly coated, tapping off any excess.
  3. Cut a fresh lime in half and use your citrus juicer to extract 0.5 ounce of juice into a small bowl. Cut fresh pineapple into chunks and juice enough to get 2 ounces of juice, pressing firmly to extract maximum liquid.
  4. Add ice cubes to your cocktail shaker or mason jar until it's roughly half full.
  5. Measure 1.5 ounces of silver tequila and 1 ounce of coconut rum into your shaker. Use a jigger to ensure accurate measurements.
  6. Pour 0.5 ounce of triple sec into the shaker with the tequila and coconut rum.
  7. Pour your fresh pineapple juice and fresh lime juice into the shaker.
  8. Close your shaker firmly and shake for 10 to 15 seconds with energy and confidence.
  9. Place your strainer over the top of the shaker and carefully pour the cocktail into your salt-rimmed glass filled with fresh ice.
  10. Place a fresh pineapple wedge or lime wheel on the rim of your glass as a garnish. Serve immediately and enjoy while the drink is still ice-cold.

Notes

Always use fresh lime and pineapple juice rather than bottled versions for the brightest flavor. Chill your glass before pouring to keep the drink cold longer. Shake with confidence for the full 10 to 15 seconds. The salt rim is optional since the coconut and pineapple are already naturally sweet. If your pineapple isn't very sweet, add a small splash of pineapple nectar or agave syrup to balance the tartness.