If you were to cross a pina colada with a margarita, you’d get this Creamy Coconut Pineapple Margarita that is sure to make you feel like you are somewhere on a tropical beach. We infused tequila with fresh cut pineapple and paired it with classic pina colada ingredients to give you an indulgent, creamy cocktail.
Ingredients:
- 2 oz Pineapple-Infused Tequila (you do not need to infuse the tequila, but it’s recommended)
- 1/2 oz. Simple Syrup
- 3 oz. Coconut Milk
- 1 oz. Thick Coconut Cream
- 2-3 Freshly Cut Pineapple Chunks
- 1oz. Orange Juice
- 1 oz. Lime Juice
- Tajin & lime (to garnish)
Tools You’ll Need:
Preparation Steps:
To Infuse Tequila:
Place desired amount of fresh cut pineapple and tequila in a sealable container to infuse for 24 hours. Then it’s ready to use!
Instructions:
- Chill an old fashioned rocks glass in the freezer (30 mins)
- Put the pineapple chunks and sugar in your cocktail shaker and muddle until pineapple flesh is broken down.
- Add the juice from 1/2 an orange and 1 lime, the coconut milk, coconut cream, tequila, and 2 ice cubes. Shake vigorously until you can’t hear the ice cubes anymore.
- Take your glass out of the freezer and rim with tajin if desired.
- Using a Hawthorne strainer and cone strainer, double-strain into chilled glass. Do not serve over ice.