Paradise Margarita Recipe

Rim (optional)

If you prefer a salted rim, rub a lime wedge around the rim of a rocks or margarita glass, then dip the rim into coarse salt or Tajín to coat. Set the glass aside.

Fill a cocktail shaker halfway with ice.

Add 2 oz blanco tequila, 3 oz fresh pineapple juice, 0.75 oz fresh lime juice, 0.75 oz orange liqueur, and 0.5 oz simple syrup to the shaker.

Add 1 oz pineapple punch (or substitute with pineapple soda or extra pineapple juice) to introduce a brighter, punch-like profile.

Cover the shaker and shake vigorously for 10–15 seconds until the exterior is cold and slightly frosted.

Fill the prepared glass with fresh ice (or leave it empty for a neat pour). Strain the shaken mixture into the glass over the ice.

Slowly drizzle 0.5 tsp grenadine down the side of the glass or over the back of a spoon so it sinks and creates a sunrise gradient (adds color and a sweet pomegranate note).

Gently stir once if you want a mild swirl of grenadine; do not over-stir or the gradient effect will disappear.

Garnish the drink with a pineapple wedge and a lime wheel on the rim.

Serve immediately with a straw or cocktail pick. Enjoy responsibly.