Pomegranate Margarita with Fresh Ginger: Fresh, Fun Drinks Perfect for Holiday Parties
This Pineapple Margarita with fresh mint leaves is a zesty, tropical beverage, ideal for pairing with BBQ dishes.
Ingredients
- 1 cup fresh pineapple juice
- 1/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup tequila silver
- 2 tbsp triple sec
- 1 tbsp agave syrup optional
- 6-8 fresh mint leaves
- Ice cubes
- Coarse salt for glass rims
- Pineapple slices and mint sprigs for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare the glasses: Rub a lime wedge around the rims of the glasses and dip in coarse salt.
- Muddle the mint: Gently muddle mint leaves in the cocktail shaker to release their oils.
- Mix the cocktail: Add pineapple juice, lime juice, tequila, triple sec, and agave syrup to the shaker.
- Shake it up: Fill the shaker with ice and shake vigorously for 10-15 seconds.
- Serve: Strain the drink into the prepared glasses filled with ice.
- Garnish: Top with pineapple slices and mint sprigs for that extra tropical flair.
Notes
Nutritional Values (Per Serving)
- Calories: 150
- Total Fat: 0g
- Saturated Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 16g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 0g
Vitamins and Minerals (Per Serving)
- Vitamin C: 18%
- Potassium: 4%
- Folate: 3%
- Iron: 1%
- Calcium: 1%
Additional Notes/Tips
- For extra tropical flair, add a splash of coconut water.
- Swap tequila for rum to make it even more tropical.