To reduce the amount of added sugar in our cocktails, we often substitute in fruit to add a hint of sweetness. Basil makes a great addition to many cocktails – especially margaritas – as it adds herbaceous flavor. This is a great drink for enjoying during the spring and summer seasons, when you’re looking for something that’s refreshing with a hint of sweetness to sip outdoors.
We suggest using fresh pineapple for this cocktail. Watch our video to learn how to tell if a pineapple is ripe and how to properly slice it.
Pineapple basil margarita
Basil adds herbaceous flavor while pineapple adds natural sweetness to this refreshing margarita. This cocktail is perfect for sipping during the spring and summer months.
Ingredients
- 4-5 pineapple slices (cut into 1” squares)
- 4-6 fresh basil leaves (medium to large size)
- 2 oz platinum tequila
- .75 oz Cointreau (substitute with Triple Sec)
- .75 oz freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- Skewer one of the pineapple slices onto a cocktail pick and reserve for garnish.
- Muddle the remaining pineapple slices and basil at the bottom of a shaker.
- Add tequila, Cointreau, lime juice and ice.
- Shake vigorously – the flavor of the muddled ingredients needs time to seep into the mix. Meanwhile, fill a rocks glasses with crushed ice.
- Strain mix into your prepared glass.
- Garnish with pineapple on cocktail pick.
Notes
We suggest using fresh pineapple for this cocktail. Watch our video to learn how to tell if a pineapple is ripe and how to properly slice it.
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