Matador Recipe

Time10m

Serves1

tequila alternative, pineapple, lime

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Ingredients

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1
Chill glass
Place a highball or Collins glass in the freezer for 5 minutes or fill it with ice water while you prepare the cocktail to chill it.
2
If using fresh pineapple, strain pulp from 4 oz fresh pineapple juice through a fine mesh to obtain a smooth juice. Measure juices and set aside.

3
Fill a shaker halfway with ice.
4
Add 4 oz pineapple juice, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.5 oz agave syrup, and 1.5 oz tequila alternative to the shaker.
5
Shake vigorously for 10–12 seconds until well chilled and slightly frothy.
6
Discard the chilling ice or water from the glass and fill the glass with fresh ice (large cubes or a block if available).
7
Double‑strain the shaken mixture into the prepared glass to remove small ice shards and any pulp.
8
Top with 1 oz club soda to add brightness and a touch of effervescence. Gently stir once with a bar spoon to incorporate.

9
Express the oils from a lime wheel over the drink by holding the wheel skin‑side down and giving it a quick squeeze over the surface. Rub the rim of the glass with the wheel if desired.
10
Garnish with the lime wheel on the rim and optionally a small pineapple chunk or leaf on a pick. Serve immediately.