Hibiscus Pineapple Margarita

Hibiscus Pineapple Margarita is a bright take on a classic, with a mix of fruit and floral that keeps things fresh. Tequila and orange liqueur give it a solid base, while pineapple juice brings in some mellow sweetness. Lime juice adds the right amount of tang, and hibiscus syrup ties it all together with a hint of tart and a pop of color. It’s smooth, slightly tropical, and great over ice. Whether you’re kicking back on the patio or serving drinks at your next get-together, this one’s a simple way to keep the good times going.

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Tasting Notes

This Hibiscus Pineapple Margarita is fruity, crisp, and a little floral. You get bright citrus right away from the lime and pineapple juices, which work together to keep things sharp and refreshing. The hibiscus syrup adds a soft floral note and brings in a deep reddish-pink color that makes the drink stand out. Tequila gives it a solid base with a little bite, and the orange liqueur rounds things out with a gentle citrus sweetness. The result is smooth, clean, and not overly sweet—a balanced drink that hits all the right notes with just a hint of something extra.

Equipment and Glassware

You’ll need a shaker, jigger, and a strainer. Since this drink has juice and syrup, shaking is key to combine everything and get it cold. A citrus press helps with the lime juice. Serve it in a rocks glass or a coupe, depending on your style just make sure it’s chilled. A salt or Tajín rim can be added if you want an extra punch. A fine mesh strainer is helpful if you want the cleanest pour, especially when using fresh pineapple juice.

Ingredients

• 2 oz tequila
• ½ oz orange liqueur
• 1 oz pineapple juice
• 1 oz lime juice
• ½ oz hibiscus syrup
• Salt, for rimming
• Garnish: lime wheel or dried hibiscus flower

Instructions

• Rim the glass with salt, set aside.
• Add tequila, orange liqueur, pineapple juice, lime juice, and hibiscus syrup to a shaker.
• Fill with ice and shake until well chilled for about 15 seconds.
• Strain into a prepared rocks glass over fresh ice or into a coupe if serving up.
• Garnish with a pineapple wedge.

Pro Tips

• Use a blanco tequila with clean, peppery notes something that doesn’t overpower the fruit.
• Shake hard to get a nice chill and slight froth.
• Strain through a fine mesh if your pineapple juice has pulp.
• If you make your own hibiscus syrup, steep dried hibiscus flowers in water and sugar, then strain.
• You can also adjust the syrup to make it more tart or sweet depending on the rest of your mix.
• For a drier drink, skip the rim or reduce the hibiscus syrup slightly.
• Always taste before serving to get the right balance.

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