SMOKY PINEAPPLE MARGARITA

Smoky Pineapple Margarita image

Provided by Ayesha Curry

Time 15m

Yield 4 cocktails

Number Of Ingredients 8

1/3 cup kosher salt
2 teaspoons ground chipotle
2 cups fresh pineapple chunks, chilled, plus additional for serving
3/4 cup lime juice (from 5 to 6 limes), plus lime wedges for serving
8 ounces gold tequila
3 ounces triple sec
3 to 4 sprigs cilantro
1 to 2 tablespoons light agave nectar

Steps:

Combine the salt and 1 teaspoon of the ground chipotle in a small shallow dish. Dip the rims of four margarita glasses in water, then coat in the chipotle salt. Set aside.
In a blender, combine the pineapple chunks, lime juice, tequila, triple sec and the remaining teaspoon ground chipotle. Add 1 tablespoon of the agave and blend until smooth. Taste and adjust the sweetness with more agave, as needed. Pour into a pitcher.
Add ice to the rimmed glasses and pour the margarita mixture over. Serve garnished with pineapple chunks and lemon wedges.