SPICY PINEAPPLE MARGARITAS

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"This is a signature cocktail at my house," says Katie.

Provided by Katie Lee Biegel

Categories     beverage

Time 5m

Yield 2 margaritas

Number Of Ingredients 9

4 ounces good-quality silver tequila
1 1/2 ounces agave syrup or simple syrup
4 1-inch chunks pineapple, plus wedges for garnish
2 sprigs fresh cilantro
2 1/4-inch-thick slices red chile pepper (with seeds), plus more for garnish
4 ounces pineapple juice
2 ounces lime juice (from about 2 limes)
1 ounce triple sec
Kosher salt, for the glasses (optional)

Steps:

  • Combine the tequila, agave, pineapple, cilantro and chile pepper in a large shaker; muddle with the end of a wooden spoon.
  • Add the pineapple juice, lime juice and triple sec to the shaker and fill with ice. Cover and shake vigorously for 15 seconds. Strain into 2 rocks glasses filled with ice. (Rim the glasses with salt, if desired.) Garnish with the pineapple wedges and more chile pepper.

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