Smoky Pineapple Margarita

Name: Smoky Pineapple Margarita
Cook time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Total time: P0Y0M0DT0H15M0.000S
Yield: 4 cocktails
Ingredients: 1/3 cup kosher salt; 2 teaspoons ground chipotle; 2 cups fresh pineapple chunks, chilled, plus additional for serving; 3/4 cup lime juice (from 5 to 6 limes), plus lime wedges for serving; 8 ounces gold tequila; 3 ounces triple sec; 3 to 4 sprigs cilantro; 1 to 2 tablespoons light agave nectar

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Level: Easy

Total: 15 min
Active: 15 min

Yield: 4 cocktails

Level: Easy

Total: 15 min
Active: 15 min

Yield: 4 cocktails

Ingredients

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1/3 cup kosher salt

2 teaspoons ground chipotle

2 cups fresh pineapple chunks, chilled, plus additional for serving

3/4 cup lime juice (from 5 to 6 limes), plus lime wedges for serving

8 ounces gold tequila

3 ounces triple sec

3 to 4 sprigs cilantro

1 to 2 tablespoons light agave nectar

Directions

Combine the salt and 1 teaspoon of the ground chipotle in a small shallow dish. Dip the rims of four margarita glasses in water, then coat in the chipotle salt. Set aside.
In a blender, combine the pineapple chunks, lime juice, tequila, triple sec and the remaining teaspoon ground chipotle. Add 1 tablespoon of the agave and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetness with more agave, as needed. Pour into a pitcher.
Add ice to the rimmed glasses and pour the margarita mixture over. Serve garnished with pineapple chunks and lemon wedges.