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    Home » Recipes » Make At Home Cocktails » The Best Pina Colada Margarita Recipe (4 ingredients)

    The Best Pina Colada Margarita Recipe (4 ingredients)

    Published: Jul 21, 2023 by Chelsea Peachtree · This post may contain affiliate links ·

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    DIET: Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian

    Get ready to be whisked off to a tropical vacation with one sip of this pina colada margarita. Made with four ingredients, this tropical margarita is ready in less than 5 minutes. No need for coconut cream, margarita mix or any fancy ingredients!

    pina colada margarita on a blue surface with pineapples, limes and bowls in the background and garnished with cherries and a pineapple leaf

    WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE

    Tropical Feeling without the Beach. Escape to a tropical paradise with the perfect blend of tequila bliss and exotic vibes! This pina colada margarita will make you feel like you are sitting beach side at a tropical resort no matter where you are. It is a fun twist on the classic cocktail. If you love  tropical drinks, try my pina colada sangria, my jalapeno strawberry margarita or my watermelon rum refresher.

    Four Simple Ingredients. This margarita is made with only four simple ingredients that you can easily find! Fresh lime juice, coconut water, pineapple juice and your favorite tequila. There is no need to run around the grocery store searching for cream of coconut or coconut milk.

    No sugary additions. This refreshing cocktail is made with real fruit juice and coconut water, eliminating any need for triple sec or simple syrup!

    Perfect for any occasion. There is no better way to celebrate the summer vibes than with a good margarita during a happy hour or on a weekend. However, this pina colada margarita isn't just great for the warm weather - it is also perfect drink for taco Tuesday, cinco de mayo or after a long week.

    INGREDIENT NOTES AND SUBSTITUTION

    all ingredients for pina colada margarita with text labels

    Tequila. Use your favorite brand of  tequila for this recipe! I have made with with blanco tequila, as well as reposado tequila. You can also use coconut tequila if you really love coconut flavor.

    Coconut Water. Adding coconut water provides a delicious coconut flavor without being overpowering. It also adds some extra electrolytes to it, which is perfect if you are drinking this on a hot summer day. Use plain coconut water, not pressed. 

    Fresh Pineapple Juice. Fresh pineapple juice is best for this coconut pineapple margarita! If you use frozen pineapple juice, be sure there is no added sugar.

    Fresh Lime Juice. Fresh lime juice works best to give this margarita a nice balance. Store bought lime juice can be watered down and not as pure.

    Optional Garnishes - Fresh cut pineapple, coconut flakes, maraschino cherries and a lime wedge.

    STEP BY STEP INSTRUCTIONS

    Step 1. Make the cocktail. Add the tequila, coconut water, pineapple juice and lime juice into a cocktail shaker with ice. Shake vigorously.

    showing the margarita being made with all ingredients in cocktail shaker

    Step 2. (optional). Rim the glass with coconut. To really achieve the tropical vibes, rim the glass with coconut flakes! 

    Place 1 tbsp of simple syrup, agave nectar or honey into a shallow plate. In another shallow plate, add 1-2 tbsp of coconut flakes. Dip the rim of the margarita glass into the the simple syrup then dip it into the coconut flakes. You may need to twist and turn it in the coconut flakes to ensure the rim is fully coated. If you really want to get fancy, toast the coconut for a toasted coconut rim!

    showing the glass rim being placed in coconut shreds

    Step 3. Add ice into the margarita glass then strain the margarita into the glass over ice. Garnish with a pineapple wedge, a wedge of lime or a maraschino cherry.

    showing the cocktail being poured from shaker into glass

    STORAGE

    If you need to make this pineapple coconut margarita ahead of time, combine all of the ingredients, other than the tequila, and store in an-air tight container in the fridge for up to 24 hours. Mix it well then add in the tequila then mix again. 

    If you cannot finish your cocktail, simple remove the ice and store it in an air-tight container in the fridge for up to 12 hours. Give it a good shake then pour it over ice.

    TIME SAVING HACKS

    Juice the lime beforehand and store it in the fridge in an air-tight container for up to 2 days.

    FAQ

    What tequila works best for this pina colada margarita?

    Any unflavored tequila works well for this cocktail. I have made with with blanco tequila, as well as reposado tequila.

    How do I adjust the sweetness of this margarita?

    I do not add any sweeteners to this cocktail, so it is naturally sweetened by the coconut water and pineapple juice. If you prefer a sweeter cocktail, you can add 1 oz of simple syrup.

    How can I make this pina colada margarita non-alcholic?

    To make a virgin pina colada margarita, remove the tequila when making the cocktail. Then, after straining it into a glass, add sparkling plain water.

    pina colada sangria in a glass with cherries lime and a pineapple leaf on a blue backdrop

    EXPERT TIPS

    Adjust to your taste buds. If you prefer a stronger pineapple flavor in this tropical cocktail, add an extra splash of pineapple juice.

    Triple or Quadrupole. Making this for a crowd? This  pina colada margarita can easily be tripled or quadrupole then placed into a pitcher for a larger crowd. If you do add it to a pitcher, I recommend adding the pineapple chunks and cherries directly into it!

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    pina colada margarita on a blue surface with pineapples, limes and bowls in the background and garnished with cherries and a pineapple leaf

    The Best Pina Colada Margarita Recipe (4 ingredients)

    Chelsea Peachtree
    Get ready to be whisked off to a tropical vacation with one sip of this pina colada margarita. Made with four ingredients, this tropical margarita is ready in less than 5 minutes. No need for coconut cream, margarita mix or any fancy ingredients!
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    Prep Time 3 minutes mins
    Course Drinks
    Cuisine American
    Diet Gluten Free, Vegan, Vegetarian
    Servings 1

    Equipment

    • 1 Cocktail shaker or mason jar

    Ingredients
      

    • 1.5 oz tequila
    • 3 oz coconut water
    • 3 oz pineapple juice
    • 1.5 oz lime juice fresh (approx 1 lime)
    • 2 tbsp coconut shreds optional for rim
    • 1 tbsp simple syrup optional for rim

    Instructions
     

    • Add all of the ingredients, as well as ½ cup of ice, into a cocktail shaker or mason jar and shake. Add ice to to a a rocks or margarita glass then strain the cocktail into it.
    • OPTIONAL RIM: If you would like to do a coconut shred rim, do so before straining the cocktail into the glass. To rim the glass, add 2 tbsp of coconut shreds into a shallow bowl, and .5 oz of simple syrup into a shallow bowl. Dip the rim of the glass into the simple syrup then into the coconut shreds, twisting the glass up and down to make the coconut stick. Then, add ice and strain the cocktail into the glass

    Notes

    For a frozen version, add all of the ingredients and 1 cup of ice into a blender and blend.
    Double or triple this recipe for a crowd.
    To make it a virgin cocktail, remove the tequila and make according to the directions. Once the cocktail is strained into the glass, top it with soda water.
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