Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita with Tajín Rim

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-05-23 · Updated 2026-05-23

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A zesty margarita blending fresh pineapple juice and spicy jalapeño, served with a Tajín-spiced rim for a festive Cinco de Mayo cocktail. This Mexican-inspired Cinco de Mayo recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together tequila blanco, fresh pineapple juice, fresh lime 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 200 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.

Prep: 5 min Serves 1 Mexican cuisine 200 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 oz tequila blanco
1 1/2 oz fresh pineapple juice
1 oz fresh lime juice
1 oz triple sec
3 jalapeño slices
1/2 oz agave syrup
for rimming glass Tajín seasoning
1 for rimming and garnish lime wedge
as needed ice cubes

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Instructions

Step 1: Rub the rim of a rocks glass with 1 lime wedge, then dip the rim into Tajín seasoning to coat evenly. Set aside.
Step 2: In a cocktail shaker, muddle 3 jalapeño slices with 1/2 oz agave syrup until fragrant and slightly crushed.
Step 3: Add 2 oz tequila blanco, 1 1/2 oz fresh pineapple juice, 1 oz fresh lime juice, 1 oz triple sec, and a handful of ice cubes to the shaker.
Step 4: Shake vigorously for 15 seconds until the mixture is well chilled and combined.
Step 5: Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice cubes and strain the margarita into the glass.
Step 6: Garnish with a lime wedge and an additional jalapeño slice if desired. Serve immediately.