Easy Frozen Pineapple Margarita
If you’ve got frozen pineapple in your freezer and tequila on your shelf, you’re exactly 5 minutes away from summer in a glass. This Frozen Pineapple Margarita is bright, slushy, tangy-sweet, and just strong enough to feel like a vacation—even if you’re drinking it in yoga pants on your front porch.
🍍 Recipe At-A-Glance
- Prep Time: 5 min
- Total Time: 5 min
- Servings: 1
- Main Ingredients: Pineapple, tequila, lime
- Best For: Summer sips & patio parties
I first made this drink on a sweltering summer afternoon when I had zero interest in turning on the stove and every interest in pretending I was on a beach in Mexico. It’s now my go-to for everything from taco nights to Saturday afternoon chill sessions. You don’t need any fancy bar tools—just a blender, a few simple ingredients, and maybe a lime wedge if you’re feeling fancy.
Whether you’re hosting a backyard BBQ or kicking back solo, this pineapple margarita is the kind of easy win we all need.
Why You’ll Love This Frozen Pineapple Margarita
Ingredients You’ll Need
Here’s your short shopping list:
- Frozen Pineapple – Naturally sweet and perfectly cold. If using fresh pineapple, just add more ice.
- Ice Cubes – Helps create a thick, frosty consistency.
- Tequila – I love using Blanco tequila.
- Triple Sec – Adds a citrusy zing.
- Lime Juice – Fresh-squeezed is best.
- Simple Syrup – Sweetens things up and balances the lime. To make your own, combine equal parts water and sugar in a small saucepan. Heat until sugar is dissolved, then cool. Store in a jar in the fridge for up to 1 month. You can also use agave or honey instead.
💡 If using fresh pineapple: use 1 cup fresh pineapple + 1½ cups ice.
How to Make a Frozen Pineapple Margarita
Rim the Glass: Run a lime wedge around the edge of your glass, then dip it in coarse salt (or sugar, if that’s your thing). Set aside.
Blend It Up: In a high-speed blender, combine frozen pineapple, ice, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup. Blend until slushy and smooth.
Pour + Garnish: Pour into your prepared glass and garnish with a lime wedge or a tiny pineapple slice if you’re feeling extra fancy.
Top Tips
- Chill your glass before pouring for an extra frosty drink.
- Taste and tweak. Want it sweeter? Add a bit more syrup. Want it stronger? You know what to do.
- Skip the salt? Try sugar on the rim instead.
- Pitcher version: Multiply ingredients and blend in batches. Add grenadine drizzle for a tropical look.
Variations
- Spicy Pineapple Margarita: Toss in a few slices of jalapeño before blending.
- Pineapple Coconut Margarita: Swap simple syrup for cream of coconut and thank me later.
- Mocktail Version: Want to keep everyone happy? Make a mocktail version for the kids or non-drinkers. Skip the booze and blend with orange juice or coconut water instead. Still tropical and still delicious. (And yes, it’s way better than handing someone a sad can of ginger ale.)
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Frozen Pineapple Margarita
Ingredients
- 1 cup frozen pineapple chunks (or fresh pineapple)
- ½ cup ice cubes (or 1 cup if using fresh pineapple)
- 1½ ounces tequila (Blanco recommended)
- 1 ounce Triple Sec (or Cointreau)
- 1 ounce lime juice (fresh is best)
- 2 ounces simple syrup (see Note below)
- coarse salt or sugar (for rimming the glass)
- lime wedge or pineapple slice for garnish (optional)
Instructions
- Rim the Glass: Run a lime wedge around the edge of a glass and dip it in coarse salt or sugar. Set aside.
- Blend: Add frozen pineapple, ice, tequila, triple sec, lime juice, and simple syrup to a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth and slushy.
- Serve: Pour into the prepared glass and garnish with a lime wedge or pineapple slice. Serve immediately.
Notes
- Mocktail Version: Omit the tequila and triple sec. Replace with 1 oz orange juice and a splash of coconut water.
- Pitcher Option: To make 4 drinks, multiply ingredients by 4 and blend in batches.
- Storage: Best served immediately, but can be frozen for up to 30 minutes before serving. Stir or blend again briefly before pouring.
