Spicy Pineapple Serenade

This Spicy Pineapple Serenade cocktail is a bold and refreshing mix of tequila, pineapple juice, cilantro, and a hint of serrano pepper. The combination of sweet, spicy, and herbal flavors creates a unique and delightful drinking experience.

Spicy Pineapple Serenade

A bold and refreshing cocktail with tequila, pineapple, cilantro, and a hint of serrano pepper.

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Prep Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 tablespoon fresh cilantro
  • 1/2 small lime, juiced
  • 1 small, round slice of serrano pepper (1/8th to 1/4th-inch thick)
  • 1 1/2 ounces silver tequila
  • 3 ounces quality pineapple juice
  • agave nectar (optional), to taste

Instructions

  1. In a cocktail shaker or glass, muddle the cilantro, lime juice, and slice of serrano.
  2. Fill the shaker with ice and pour in the tequila, pineapple juice, and a light drizzle of agave nectar (optional).
  3. Shake well, and strain the mixture over ice in a cocktail glass.
  4. Garnish minimally with a lime round, or get fancy with a slice of pineapple and sprig of cilantro on a cocktail pick.