Looking for something a little less traditional yet fun, fruity and delicious for Cinco de Mayo? Try this heated little Tequila Cazadores number: Pineapple Serrano Margarita. Fresh pineapple and Serrano chili peppers muddled together give this margarita spicy kick.

Lovers Margarita - photo copyright Cheri LoughlinPineapple Serrano Margarita

1-1/2 parts Tequila Cazadores Blanco

4 pieces fresh Pineapple – muddled -or- 3 parts Pineapple Juice

2 slices Serrano Chili Pepper – muddled

1 part Simple Syrup –or- 3/4 part Agave Nectar

1 part Lime Juice

Muddle fresh pineapple, chili pepper, syrup and lime juice in mixing glass. Add tequila and ice. Shake to blend and chill. Pour into rocks glass or strain into rocks glass over fresh ice to reduce floating pieces of fruit and pepper.

Recipe provided by Tequila Cazadores representatives

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Pineapple Serrano Margarita