Tequila-Spiced Pineapple Smash
A tropical, tangy smash with smooth tequila, fresh pineapple, and a hint of warming spice for a balanced sip. This recipe, ready in about 8 minutes, brings together reposado tequila, fresh pineapple chunks, 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 190 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 reposado tequila
- 3 pieces (about 1 oz) fresh pineapple chunks
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave syrup
- a pinch ground cinnamon
- enough for muddling and serving ice cubes
- 1 for garnish pineapple leaf
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Instructions
- Step 1: Place 3 fresh pineapple chunks and 1/2 oz agave syrup into a mixing glass. Muddle gently until the pineapple is crushed and juicy.
- Step 2: Fill the glass with ice cubes, then add 2 oz reposado tequila, 1 oz fresh lime juice, and a pinch of ground cinnamon.
- Step 3: Stir gently with a bar spoon for 20 seconds to chill and combine.
- Step 4: Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with fresh ice cubes.
- Step 5: Garnish with a single pineapple leaf standing upright at the edge of the glass.
