Pineapple Blueberry Margarita
A bright, balanced cocktail that combines the sweetness of pineapple and blueberries with the lively tang of lime and the warmth of tequila.
Ingredients
For the cocktail
- 2 oz Tequila Blanco Use a clean, 100% agave blanco tequila.
- 1 oz Pineapple Juice Fresh or cold-pressed pineapple juice is best.
- 1 oz Blueberry Syrup Use store-bought or homemade blueberry syrup.
- 1 oz Lime Juice Fresh lime juice is non-negotiable.
- Ice For shaking and serving.
- Blueberries and pineapple wedges For garnish.
Instructions
Combine the liquids
- Pour 2 oz tequila blanco into a cocktail shaker.
- Add 1 oz pineapple juice, 1 oz blueberry syrup, and 1 oz freshly squeezed lime juice.
- Give the shaker a quick swirl to combine the ingredients before adding ice.
Add ice and shake vigorously
- Fill the shaker halfway with ice.
- Shake hard for about 15 seconds until the outside of the shaker is frosty and cold.
Strain into a glass
- Fill a rocks glass with fresh ice.
- Double-strain the cocktail into the glass to remove tiny ice shards and fruit pulp.
Garnish and serve
- Thread a few fresh blueberries onto a cocktail pick and add a pineapple wedge to the rim.
- Serve immediately while cold and bright.
Notes
Use fresh lime juice for the best flavor. Chill your glassware for optimal serving temperature. The blueberry syrup can be made ahead and stored in the fridge for up to 2 weeks.