Frozen Pineapple Mezcal Margarita
A smoky mezcal margarita blended with fresh pineapple for tropical sweetness and served icy cold for summer refreshment. This cocktails & drinks ready in about 10 minutes brings together mezcal, fresh lime juice, pineapple juice for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 230 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 2 oz mezcal
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1 oz pineapple juice
- 1 oz Cointreau
- 1 1/2 cups ice cubes
- for rimming coarse sea salt
- 1 lime wheel
Equipment for this recipe
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Instructions
- Step 1: Rub the rim of a large rocks glass with lime juice and dip it into coarse sea salt to create a salted rim.
- Step 2: In a blender, combine 2 oz mezcal, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz pineapple juice, 1 oz Cointreau, and 1 1/2 cups of ice cubes.
- Step 3: Blend on high speed until the mixture is smooth and slushy.
- Step 4: Pour the frozen cocktail into the prepared glass.
- Step 5: Garnish by placing a fresh lime wheel on the rim of the glass.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Frozen Pineapple Mezcal Margarita take to make?
Total time is about 10 minutes (10 min prep + 0 min cook). Most home bartenders find this fits a single afternoon; scale up the batch for parties or pitchers.
How do I store leftover Frozen Pineapple Mezcal Margarita?
Refrigerate any leftover frozen pineapple mezcal margarita in a sealed pitcher or jar for up to 3–4 days. Do not reheat — drinks are served chilled. If the recipe uses sparkling water or fresh herbs, hold those back and add fresh just before pouring so the drink stays bright and fizzy.
Can I substitute ingredients in Frozen Pineapple Mezcal Margarita?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Frozen Pineapple Mezcal Margarita for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 1 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 1). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Frozen Pineapple Mezcal Margarita?
Cocktails & Drinks cocktails & drinks like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
