Caramelized Pineapple Shrub & Pineapple Margaritas
This Caramelized Pineapple Shrub & Pineapple Margarita is a tropical delight with a sweet and tangy twist. The caramelized pineapple shrub infuses the cocktail with a rich, fruity flavor, complemented by the zesty kick of tequila and fresh lime juice. The hint of Amaretto adds a subtle nutty undertone, making this margarita a refreshing and unique choice for any occasion.
Caramelized Pineapple Shrub & Pineapple Margaritas
A tropical cocktail with caramelized pineapple shrub, tequila, Cointreau, Amaretto, pineapple juice, and fresh lime juice, finished with a splash of club soda and a salted rim.
Ingredients
- 1 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 vanilla bean, split in half lengthwise
- 1-inch knob of ginger, peeled and sliced
- 1 medium pineapple, peeled and diced (1 1/2 pounds)
- 2 cups water
- 1 1/2 cups white wine vinegar
- 2 oz silver tequila
- 1 oz Cointreau or triple sec
- 1/2 oz Amaretto
- 4 oz caramelized pineapple shrub
- 1-2 oz pineapple juice
- 1 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- Splash of club soda or seltzer water, if desired
- Kosher salt, to rim the glass, optional
Instructions
- In a large pot, heat sugar, vanilla, and ginger over medium heat until sugar begins to melt and turns an amber color, about 5 to 8 minutes.
- Add the pineapple and stir. (at this point, the caramelized sugar will probably seize up; this is okay, keep stirring it over medium heat and the sugar will dissolve completely in about 5 to 10 minutes)
- Once the sugar has dissolved, add the water and bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low to simmer. Cover the pot and cook, stirring occasionally, until pineapple looks deflated, about 20 to 30 minutes.
- Add the vinegar, remove from heat, and let stand for at least 2 hours or up to overnight. Strain through and sieve or fine mesh strainer and refrigerate until cold.
- For the cocktail: In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, Cointreau, Amaretto, pineapple shrub, pineapple juice, and lime juice with ice. Shake well and strain into a glass rimmed with kosher salt (if desired) and filled with ice. If desired, finish the drink with a splash of club soda. Garnish with a lime wheel or pineapple slice.