Tequila and Pineapple Juice

Tequila and pineapple juice are the perfect pair! Sweet juice and tangy tequila make for a quick and easy cocktail.

At A Couple Cooks we focus on great cocktail recipes: all the classics, prepared with special attention and perfectly styled toppings. But guess what? We also love easy cocktails that are made in no time! Because sometimes you have time to plan ahead, but sometimes you just want a drink for the patio. Type: this Tequila and pineapple juice! In 2 minutes with 2 ingredients you have a delicious drink that tastes like a real cocktail.

Why mix tequila and pineapple juice?

Why mix tequila with pineapple juice? Well it’s just That’s good! Pineapple juice is an excellent cocktail mixer due to its sweet and aggressive tart taste. It pairs well with tequila, which adds a spicy kick to every sip.

We’ve put a lot of effort into finding the best ways to mix tequila. Pineapple juice is a favorite (as is lemonade). It comes together in a flash and you can make it look like a real craft cocktail. Here’s how…

Step it up: Add toppings (or bitters).

Want to turn tequila and pineapple into a fancy cocktail? First things first: you absolutely don’t have to. It’s delicious on its own. But when you’re ready to categorize it, here are some options:

• Add clear ice! It’s crystalline ice that you can slice into organic shapes, making it far more impressive than the murky ice of a Trial. How to make transparent ice cream!
• Add toppings. A sprig of fresh mint is delicious, or add lime wedges. (Press them before adding them.
• Shake the bitter in a few puffs. Cocktail bitters add exceptional complexity to a drink.

The tequila to use

Of course, with a drink this simple, use whatever tequila you have on hand! But if you’re looking for our recommendations, here’s what you should know about types of tequila:

• Tequila Reposado (aged) adds woody notes of vanilla. It’s another way to spice up that drink! Aged tequila adds a touch of sophistication. This is our best tequila for margaritas.
• Tequila blanco (unaged) also works; Look for a mid-range bottle. We love Patron Silver and it’s fantastic in this Patron Margarita.

Or make a pineapple margarita!

This tequila and pineapple juice cocktail is just two ingredients away from a pineapple margarita. Add Cointreau and lime juice and you have the classic cocktail with a fruity twist. Or try our Pineapple Jalapeno Margarita, which has a hint of spiciness on the finish. Your call!

More pineapple juice cocktails

Let us know what you think of this tequila and pineapple juice cocktail! If you’re looking for more drinks to use up your juice bottle, here are the pineapple cocktails we recommend: