Spicy Smoked Pineapple Margarita
A little heat, a little sweet, and super smooth. This Spicy Smoked Pineapple Margarita will have you chilling and relaxing this Summer or anytime. Made with smoked pineapple puree and a smoked jalapeno!
Equipment
- 1 pellet smoker/grill
- 1 blender or food processor
Ingredients
For the Smoked Pineapple
- 1 whole pineapple
- Tajin Seasoning
- 1 whole jalapeno optional
For the Spicy Smoked Pineapple Margarita
- 2 oz. Silver Tequila
- 1 oz. Triple Sec or Orange Liquor
- 3 oz. Sour Mix
- 1 tbsp Smoked Pineapple Puree
- 1/2 tbsp Agave
- 1 wedge of lime
- 1-2 slices Optional* 1 jalapeño sliced smoked or fresh
- ice
Instructions
For the smoked pineapple
- First core the pineapple and cut into slices. I used my corer and then simply pulled the spiral slices open and stuck a skewer through it. Lightly season it with the Tajin seasoning.
- Place on a rack (and add the jalapeno if using) and transfer out to the smoker. Smoke at 225 degrees F for about 45-60 minutes.
- Then remove let cool for a few minutes and then toss into the your blender or food processor and pulse until smooth.
For the Spicy Smoked Pineapple Margarita
- Use a lime wedge to rim your glass and dip it in the Tajin seasoning or some salt. Fill with ice.
- Grab out a shaker (in order to use the strainer) and add in some ice, the tequila, triple sec, pineapple puree, a slice or two of the jalapeno, a squeeze of lime juice, agave, and the sour mix.
- Place the lid on the shaker and shake it up. Strain into your rimmed glass.
- For extra "spice" add a jalapeno slice to the glass and garnish with an additional lime wedge if desired. Sip and enjoy.
Notes
*The cocktail makes 1 large margarita or 2 smaller ones depending on your glass.
*Can freeze the rest of the puree for another day.