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Grilled Pineapple Cadillac Margarita

Start up the grill with this indulgent and refreshing margarita in hand. A chilled concoction of citrus juices and premium liquors are served with a bonus treat of candied grilled pineapple on the side. The addition of decorative edible pansies makes this an ultra deluxe cocktail when you just need to treat yourself!
Difficulty:
1/5
Prep time:
5 min
Cook time:
8 min
Serves:
2

INGREDIENTS

  • 2 (½-inch thick) pineapple rings, reserve 2 pineapple leaves for garnish
  • 2 lime wedges, notch cut in the center of each so it can rest on the rim of a glass
  • 1 tbsp. kosher salt
  • 1 tbsp. white sugar
  • 1 oz. lime juice
  • 1 oz. lemon juice
  • 2 oz. of your favorite tequila (or mezcal for a smokier beverage)
  • 1 oz. Triple Sec (for a sweeter cocktail), use Cointreau or Grand Marnier if you prefer a sharper citrus flavor
  • edible pansies, as garnish (optional)

DIRECTIONS

  1. Preheat your gas, charcoal, or pellet grill to medium-high heat (400-500°F). Very lightly oil the grids with Broil King’s Basting Brush.
  2. Grill pineapple rings using the Perfect Grill Mark method, about 1 ½ – 2 minutes per flip, about 6-8 minutes total. Transfer grilled pineapple to a cutting board and cut into quartered wedges. Cut a notch at the bottom of each piece of pineapple so it can rest on the rim of a glass.
  3. Mix together kosher salt and sugar in a shallow dish. Wet the rim of each glass with a notched lime wedge and dip each glass into the salt and sugar mixture. Add ice and a pineapple leaf to each glass.
  4. In a cocktail shaker, mix lime juice, lemon juice, tequila, and Triple Sec. Shake with ice. Pour over ice into individual cocktail glasses. Garnish with grilled pineapple wedges, lime wedges, and edible pansies. Enjoy cold!

Recipe Styling by Jannell Lo
Photography by Jessica Kalman

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