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Hawaiian Margarita

Healthy Fact of the Day

Pineapple contains bromelain, an enzyme that may aid digestion and reduce inflammation — making this tropical treat a little easier on your system!

Thirsty Thursday is taking you straight to the islands with this Hawaiian Margarita. This tropical twist on the classic combines sweet pineapple juice with traditional tequila and lime for a blended cocktail that tastes like vacation. The salt rim adds the perfect savory contrast to all that tropical sweetness, while the fresh garnishes make every sip feel like a mini getaway.

If you’re loving these tropical vibes, our Pineapple & Coconut Margarita doubles down on island flavors, while the Key Lime Colada brings that same vacation energy with a creamy twist. Both deliver that perfect escape-to-paradise feeling with their own unique tropical flair.

Hawaiian Margarita

Hawaiian Margarita

Recipe by Daily Disher

This tropical margarita brings island vibes to your glass with sweet pineapple, zesty lime, and smooth tequila — pure paradise in every sip.

Course: CocktailCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: Easy
5.0 from 1 vote
Servings

4

servings
Prep time

30

minutes
Cooking time

40

minutes
Calories

300

kcal
Total time

1

hour 

10

minutes

    Ingredients

    • 1.5 cups pineapple juice

    • 0.5 cups tequila

    • 0.25 cups triple sec

    • 0.25 cups lime juice

    • 1/4 cup simple syrup

    • 1 cup ice

    • to taste salt

    • optional pineapple slices for garnish

    • optional lime wedges for garnish

    Directions

    • Begin by preparing your glasses: take each glass and rub a lime wedge along the rim, then dip it into salt to coat the edge lightly.
    • In a blender, combine the pineapple juice, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, simple syrup, and ice. Blend until the mixture is smooth.
    • Taste the blended margarita mixture and adjust the sweetness or tartness by adding more simple syrup or lime juice as desired.
    • Pour the blended margarita evenly into each prepared glass. Ensure that each serving is equal for consistent portion sizes.
    • Garnish the drinks with pineapple slices and lime wedges on the glass rim for an added tropical presentation before serving.

    Nutrition Facts

    • Total number of serves: 4
    • Calories: 250kcal
    • Cholesterol: 0mg
    • Sodium: 620mg
    • Potassium: 400mg
    • Sugar: 8g
    • Protein: 6g
    • Calcium: 60mg
    • Iron: 2mg

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