I made this grilled pineapple and jalapeño margarita with the limited edition of Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila, launched last fall to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the iconic Cuervo Classic Surf Competition in California. The bottle was a gift from Jose Cuervo Tequila. The recipe is mine.
Ladies and gentlemen this margarita is heaven in a glass. I made it attending the invite by my dear Kate Ramos, from Hola Jalapeño! Every year, Kate hosts her well-known Margarita Week. This year I’m part of the roster of food bloggers, turned into modern alchemists in anticipation for this coming Cinco de Mayo.
Those who follow this blog know that I’m a rum girl. Rum is a natural choice for somebody born and raised in a country —Venezuela— known for ageing the best rums in the world. Tequila, on the other hand, is something relatively new for me. However, who can resist such a fun invite and the opportunity to create a heavenly delicious margarita?
So, here I go, grilling pineapple just because I love how the fruit caramelizes… Slicing jalapeños because you know this all about Mexico and Cinco de Mayo… Mixing and shaking because life is too short not to have fun in the journey!
In spite of the sweetness of the fruit, I added some agave nectar; but skipped the orange liquor (usually triple sec, Grand Marnier or Cointreau).
How to make grilled pineapple and jalapeño margarita
This is a complex well-balanced drink. First you have the sweetness of the caramelized pineapple. Then, the spicy notes of the jalapeño pepper pop in your palate. They both perfectly compliment the smoky flavor of the silver tequila that prevails in a smooth aftertaste.
To make this margarita you will need some tools that you can easily find online through my Amazon Affiliate Program:
- Grill or grill stove pan
- Chef Knives
- Wooden cutting board
- Boston shaker, jigger and muddler
- Coarse sea salt
Cheers and welcome to 2019 Margarita Week!
Grilled Pineapple and Jalapeño Margarita Recipe
Ingredients
- 2 oz. Jose Cuervo Silver Tequila
- 2 oz. of grilled pineapple diced
- 1.5 oz. of fresh lime juice
- 0.5 oz. of organic agave nectar
- 6-8 Jalapeño slices (save 2 to use them as garnish)
- Fresh lime and kosher coarse sea salt to rim the glass
Instructions
- Moisten the rim of a glass with a lime wedge.
- Put plenty of salt on a plate and rub the edge of the glass. Make sure it adheres well.
- In a Boston shaker add the pineapple and muddle with the jalapeño, lime juice and agave nectar.
- Add the tequila and abundant crushed iced.
- Shake for 30 seconds until the exterior of the Boston is well condensed.
- Fill the glass with fresh crushed ice and strain the margarita over.
- Garnish with jalapeño slices.
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Que bien se ve esa margarita! Ha de estar muy buena con el jalapeño, se me antoja!
Enri!! What a delicious drink! Thank you so much for sharing your recipe for this year’s Margarita Week!!
Thank you for having me!
I am with you that Rum is more my style when it comes to drinks. Although the occasional Margarita is good. And yes, adding that little touch with the jalapeno here . . . delicious! I can’t wait to try it out.
Thank you!
I cannot wait to try this. It looks refreshingly great and like the perfect drink for the summer. Thanks for sharing.
Thank you!
That’s an interesting take on a classic! I need to try that!
Go for it Laura!
Oh wow this sounds amazing! I rarely have a drink, but margarita is my go-to!
Yessssss!
Oooo! Sweet and spicy! To be honest, I really don’t know what to think of this drink. The pineapple and lime juice say yes, but the jalapeno tells me, “You’re going to love this, but I’m going to punish you for it by setting your taste buds on fire.”
Hahahahahahaha! It’s not that spicy. Only three jalapeño slices per drink!
Oh-my-God! this looks to die for! Can’t wait to try it!
Indeed!
What a great mix of flavors. My uncle would love to try this one out!
Thank you Alexandra!
Yes, sweet and spicy in one glass. I have always loved the pineapple and jalepno combo. I am going to try this recipe on Sunday. Thanks.
Thank you!
I’m really bad when it comes to drinks: I don’t take soda and plain water doesn’t appeal to my taste so I’m always going for flavored water. But I would love the cocktail drink here: the taste of pineapple is always good.
Yesssss! Thanks for visiting Dalene!
Ooh la la!! I am planning to celebrate Cinco de Mayo with my daughter this weekend and I was trying to find mint leaves to make virgin Mojitos but alas there wasn’t any available. This grilled pineapple and jalapeno margarita look like a great replacement but they did not have any jalapenos available.
Skip the jalapeños! Still adorable!
This seems like such a fun drink to have for a summer bbq or girls night. I am very interested in how the spice will add to the taste as well.
A match made in heaven!
I would never think of adding a hot pepper in a cocktail with tequila. I suppose pineapple and lemon balance the taste. I will try it. I suppose it will be an explosion of taste.
This is such a complex and well balanced drink! Very delicate!
The perfect summer cocktail for sure. I am definitely trying it. Sweet and spicy yesss!!! Thanks a lot.
Thank you Chad!
Never would I think of putting peppers in a drink until now. Sounds amazing.
That needs to get in my belly right now! It sounds totally delish! Pinning for this summer!
Yesssssss!
Oh yes please. This is the kind of drink I love to sip on. The flavors are incredible!
Indeed!
I can’t believe this unusual paired O_O so I have to try it!
Thank you Cristina. This is duet made in heaven!
Love grilled pineapple. I think this drink is going to be my new favorite.
Great recipe.
I agree! Really good!
This is so timely! I just had a meeting with a client today and we were talking about drink options for her group and she was asking me about pineapple and jalapeno margaritas. I had never tried one before but now I’m going to have to give it a try!
Go for this one! You’ll love it!
El sabor súper dulce de la piña al bbq, tiene que ser delicioso.
Te lo garantizo!
Pero bueno.. Esta semana me llega familia. Estaremos reunidas y nada como degustar un buen cocktail. Maravillosas las fotos y la presentación. Besos Elisa
Gracias Eli bella!
My mouth is just watering! I love pinneaple and jalapenos. The combination is just that good. Cheers!
Made in heaven Blanquita!
Perfecto para celebrar el 5 de mayo!!!
Indeed!
Que delicia ! Este coctel en mi cerebro lo relaciono con vacaciones, verano, playa, sol …… 🙂
Yessss!
Mega delicious. I’m saving this margarita on my Pinterest for the next weekend!
Yesssss! Btw I did the same with your Indian rice and lentil super yummy dish. Thanks for visiting Verito!
Wow! Sweet and spicy. It sounds good to me!!
Y que Viva Mexico!
El sabor tiene que ser rico.
Indeed!