Name: Pineapple-Jalapeño Tequila Cocktail
Yield: 1
Ingredients: 10 cilantro leaves; 4 (1-inch) chunks of fresh pineapple; 2 (¼-inch) wheels of fresh jalapeño, or 3 for a spicier drink; ¾ ounce of simple syrup; 2 ounces of blanco tequila (I recommend Don Julio Blanco); ¾ ounce of lime juice

image Pineapple-Jalapeño Tequila Cocktail

Difficulty Level
Easy

Number of Servings
1

Pineapple-Jalapeño Tequila Cocktail

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Refreshing and daringly spicy, this cocktail blends the juicy sweetness of pineapple with the sharp heat of jalapeño, complemented by the depth of blanco tequila. Perfect for summer evenings or as a pre-dinner aperitif, this unique mix will tantalize your taste buds and awaken your senses. Cilantro adds a herbal note that beautifully balances the flavors. Served chilled, this cocktail is a true flavor explosion that thrill-seekers will adore.

Ingredients

10 cilantro leaves
4 (1-inch) chunks of fresh pineapple
2 (¼-inch) wheels of fresh jalapeño, or 3 for a spicier drink
¾ ounce of simple syrup
2 ounces of blanco tequila (I recommend Don Julio Blanco)
¾ ounce of lime juice

Preparation steps

In the bottom of a shaker, muddle the cilantro, pineapple, and jalapeño with the simple syrup.
Add the tequila and lime juice.
Shake with ice until chilled.
Double-strain through a fine-mesh sieve into a double rocks glass filled with ice.
To garnish, cut a slit through the bottom of a pineapple wedge and place it on the rim of the glass.