Pineapple Margaritas are a sweet, refreshing, tropical twist on the original. Made with just 4 simple ingredients, they’re the perfect drink for happy hour, taco night, or Cinco de Mayo!

These Pineapple Margaritas are a deliciously sweet, refreshing twist on the original! Made with just 4 simple ingredients and perfect for happy hour, weekends, and all summer long!

I don’t know about you, but I’m always on the lookout for fun new margarita recipes. Don’t get me wrong… I love a good classic margarita… but there’s something about switching it up that always intrigues me.

Whether it’s different fruit flavors like my Frozen Mango Margarita or more savory flavors like my delicious Cucumber Margarita… I always feel like the more variety, the better! (And I absolutely adore a spicy Jalapeño Margarita!)

So it’s no wonder that this Pineapple Margarita is right up my alley. It has the look and feel of a classic margarita on the rocks, but with a fun tropical pineapple twist. Which still happens to pair perfectly with all your favorite Mexican foods!

what you’ll need for this recipe

Tequila – Tequila is the main liquor used to make margaritas. I typically prefer silver tequila (tequila blanco) because it has a mild flavor that doesn’t overpower the other flavors in the drink.

Pineapple juice – Pineapple juice adds a deliciously sweet, tropical flavor to the margaritas. I used 100% pineapple juice, but you could also use a blend.

Simple syrup – Homemade simple syrup gives this recipe sweetness and allows you to easily adjust it according to your tastes.

Lime juice – Fresh lime juice is a key adds delicious citrus flavor and balances out the sweetness of the margarita.

Garnishes – Use fresh lime wedges or pineapple wedges to garnish the glasses.

how to make pineapple margaritas

Prep the glass. Use a lime wedge to wet the rim of a margarita glass; dip rim in coarse salt. Fill the glass with crushed ice.

Make the margarita. In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice and simple syrup. Fill with ice and shake until chilled.

Pour & garnish. Strain into ice filled glasses; garnish with a lime wedge or fresh pineapple wedge.

Recipe Variations

Add orange liqueur, such as Triple Sec, Cointreau or Grand Marnier
Use reposado tequila, flavored tequila, or any type of tequila you prefer
Adjust the sweetness by adding more or less simple syrup
Swap the salt rim for a sugar rim (or a combo rim!)
Use a pineapple juice blend, such as pineapple mango or pineapple orange, for a fun flavor twist

How to Make a Pitcher of Pineapple Margaritas

This recipe is easy to make by the pitcherful! In a large pitcher, combine 2 cups tequila, 2 cups pineapple juice, 1/2 cup lime juice, and 1/2 cup simple syrup. Add more simple syrup to taste.

What to Serve with Pineapple Margaritas

Margaritas are delicious all on their own, but even MORE delicious with a couple snacks. These are some of our go-to margarita pairings!