Creamy and Refreshing Pineapple Coconut Margarita
Tropical, creamy and tangy this pineapple coconut margarita is something extra special. Whether you’re shaking up a single glass or making a whole pitcher for your next taco night, this one’s a guaranteed crowd-pleaser.
Erica’s Thoughts
I’ve shared before how I’m not a wine gal. I can get down with rosé but red wine? errrrm no thank you. I am also not a beer gal. I am, however, a tequila gal. And besides a French 75, a good margarita is my go-to drink. I love a classic margarita but also love to dream up other fun flavors. This pineapple coconut margarita was inspired by the open can of coconut cream in my fridge. I had used a little for something I was baking, and then had the rest of this can, thinking, alright, how can I use this? A tropical cocktail obvi.
This cocktail is like piña colada meets margarita. It has the flavors of pineapple and coconut but instead of rum we’re using tequila and of course, lots of fresh lime juice. This coconut pineapple margarita recipe scales beautifully for a pitcher, so if you’re having friends over (or just pretending it’s summer), you’re set. And don’t skip the lime sugar rim- it’s citrusy, sparkly, and adds just the right touch of flair. Grab your friends and get ready for a tropical escape!
Simple Ingredients You’ll Need to Make Pineapple Coconut Margaritas
Tequila: I use blanco tequila, but you could use reposado tequila if you prefer.
Pineapple juice: you can find 100% pineapple juice in the juice aisle or in a can in the canned fruits aisle of the grocery store.
Coconut cream: canned coconut cream makes these margaritas velvety and luscious. Not to be confused with cream of coconut, which is sweeter and syrupy.
Lime juice: use 100% or fresh-squeezed lime juice. The brightness and acidity is a perfect complement to pineapple and coconut.
Agave syrup: agave nectar adds just a touch of sweetness to enhance the lime, coconut and pineapple.
Lime zest + sugar: for a zippy, sparkly rim that elevates each sip.
How to Make this Pineapple Coconut Margarita Recipe
Make the lime sugar rim by mixing sugar and lime zest in a shallow bowl. Rub a lime wedge around the rim of the glass, then dip in the lime sugar to coat. Fill glasses with ice.
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add tequila, pineapple juice, coconut cream, lime juice, and agave syrup. Shake vigorously until frothy and well combined.
Fill your prepared glass with ice. Strain cocktail mixture into the glass. Garnish with a lime wedge, pineapple chunks or a fresh pineapple wedge. Happy hour time baybay!
Pineapple Coconut Margarita by the Pitcher
In a large pitcher, combine 2 ¼ cups tequila, 2 cups sweet pineapple juice, 1 (13.5 oz) can coconut cream, ¾ cup zesty lime juice, and ¼ cup agave syrup (optional). Stir vigorously until fully combined and creamy. Chill until ready to serve. Serve over ice in rimmed glasses.
Expert Tips
- Shake or stir well to fully incorporate the coconut cream. If you don’t have a cocktail shaker you can use a mason jar.
- Chill your glasses in the freezer for a few minutes before serving.
- This cocktail is as good as your liquor, use good tequila for the best taste!
Variation (or Substitution) Ideas
- Make a toasted coconut rim by combining sugar and crushed toasted coconut flakes.
- Add triple sec instead of agave to make things a little sweeter. Triple sec is an orange liqueur that is often in a traditional margarita.
- Agave syrup is traditional in margaritas but you could use simple syrup as well.
- You can use cream of coconut instead of coconut cream but if you do, omit the agave. Although they sound very similar, they are quite different. Coconut cream is unsweetened and cream of coconut is heavily sweetened and syrupy.
- Blend it for a frozen version!
- Make it a mocktail: omit the tequila and top it off with sparkling water or coconut La Croix.
FAQs
Coconut cream is thick, unsweetened, and made from the fatty part of coconut milk. It’s rich and velvety but neutral in flavor. Cream of coconut, on the other hand, is sweetened and syrupy, used in drinks like piña coladas. If you use cream of coconut, reduce or omit any added sweeteners.
Definitely. Vigorously whisk ingredients in a large pitcher without ice and store in the fridge. Just give it a stir before serving and pour into glasses with ice.
Great question, let me tell you. A huge basket of tortilla chips and a vat of guacamole, Baja shrimp tacos, corn salad, and Mexican rice.
More of my favorite cocktails and mocktails:
This is the perfect drink for hot summer days ahead, y’all!
If you try and like this recipe please don’t forget to leave a comment and star rating down below! If you love more lifestyle, behind the scenes and ‘eating in real life’ type of content come find me over on Instagram, @itsaflavorfullife, I love connecting with you all there!
Print
Creamy and Refreshing Pineapple Coconut Margarita
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: N/A
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 1 or 2 depending on how thirsty you are 😉 1x
- Category: Cocktails
- Method: Mix
- Cuisine: Mexican
Description
This tropical margarita blends tequila, pineapple juice, creamy coconut, and lime for a refreshing, tropical spin on a classic cocktail. Perfect by the glass or by the pitcher!
Ingredients
By the glass:
- 2oz tequila
- 2oz pineapple juice
- 1 1/2 oz coconut cream
- 3/4 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz agave nectar
- lime and/or pineapple wedges, for serving
Lime sugar rim:
- zest from one whole lime
- 1–2 tablespoons sugar
By the pitcher:
- 2 1/4 cups tequila
- 2 cups pineapple juice
- 1 13.5oz can coconut cream
- 3/4 cup fresh lime juice
- 1/4 cup agave nectar
- lime and/or pineapple wedges, for serving
Instructions
- In a small, shallow bowl combine sugar and lime zest to make the lime sugar.
- Fill a cocktail shaker with ice. Add 2oz tequila, 2oz pineapple juice, 1 ½ oz coconut cream, ¾ oz lime juice and ½ oz agave syrup. Shake vigorously until combined.
- Run a lime wedge around the rim of a short glass to moisten. Dip the glass into the lime sugar. Fill glass with ice.
- Pour margarita over ice, garnish with a lime slice or pineapple wedge and BOTTOMS UP.
- Pitcher: combine all ingredients in a large pitcher and stir vigorously. Serve over ice in glasses with a lime sugar rim.
Notes
You can use cream of coconut instead of coconut cream but if you do, omit the agave. Although they sound very similar, they are quite different. Coconut cream is unsweetened and cream of coconut is heavily sweetened and syrupy.
Refer to the above blog post for step-by-step photos, tips and answers to frequently asked questions!
Would you like to save this?
We’ll email this post to you, so you can come back to it later!
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 margarita
- Calories: 211
- Sugar: 27.3 g
- Sodium: 9.7 mg
- Fat: 3.7 g
- Carbohydrates: 28.7 g
- Fiber: 0.3 g
- Protein: 0.8 g
- Cholesterol: 0 mg
