This past weekend is going down in the record books as one of my favorite in history.
Well, in all of my 30 years, to be exact. :)
Since you only turn 30 once, and since I happen to be obsessed with Mexican food, I decided this year seemed like the perfect occasion to throw a big Cinco de Mayo birthday fiesta. It was a night of all of my favorites — my favorite family (including my sis and brother-in-law who surprised me by flying in from Chicago!), my favorite friends, my favorite food, my favorite drinks, and all of this took place in my favorite coffee shop. I was pretty much smiling from ear to ear all night. My friends and family blow me away with their awesomeness.
More stories and photos to come. But of the many highlights of the night, I’d have to say that the margarita machine and our tequila tasting turned out to be delicious fun. I was generously supplied by Casa Noble with 3 different kinds of organic tequila for the party so that we could host a tequila tasting. And my friends and family were more than happy to participate. We even Googled (and then posted signs with directions) for the fancy steps for exactly how to taste tequila, which resulted in endless amusement and some terrific photos. Such a great idea for a party!
Afterwards, we still had some tequila remaining, so yesterday I whipped up some fresh pineapple margaritas to celebrate. The super sweetness of the pineapple was absolutely perfect with the tart lime margaritas, and the good-quality tequila definitely made a difference. Can’t wait to make these again soon!
Fresh Pineapple Margaritas
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Total Time: 5 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
Description
These fresh pineapple margaritas are quick and easy to make, and SO refreshing!
Ingredients
- 3 cups fresh pineapple chunks (about 1 pound)
- 1 cup fresh lime juice
- 1 cup tequila blanco
- 1/2 cup Cointreau (or any orange liqueur)
- 1/4 cup agave nectar (if needed to sweeten)
- coarse Kosher salt
- lime or pineapple wedges, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- Place pineapple, lime juice, tequila, and Cointreau in a blender and pulse until smooth. Add agave to taste, if needed to sweeten.
- Serve immediately in salt-rimmed glasses over ice. Garnish wish lime or pineapple wedges.
I cannot even get over these. I love pineapple – it’s my favorite fruit! – and in a marg? I’m pretty sure I’d drink too many just because they taste so good ;)
These look fantastic!! My 30th is coming at the end of the month, and I would love to celebrate with these! :)
These look so heavenly! What a refreshing way to start any party!
My 30s have been the best years of my life so far. Congratulations on this milestone! And a fabulous drink.
Sounds like such a fun way to celebrate! This pinepapple margaritas sound wonderful too, can’t wait to make them this summer!
Love, love, love fresh pineapple…and tequila! I have to make these soon!
This was such a fun addition to the party. And these margaritas, love the sound of pineapple margaritas!
HAPPY BIRTHDAY! And such a fun party idea. I should try to “educate” myself on tequila–I love it, but currently only familiar with two categories: “burns” and “goes down nicely” lol. Glad you guys had a great time!
This sounds sooo good!!
Ali these look so crazy good and I love the color!