Spicy Pineapple Twist

This Spicy Pineapple Twist cocktail is a tantalizing blend of mezcal or tequila, grapefruit soda, and pineapple juice, with a hint of chile powder and a touch of mint for a refreshing and spicy kick. It's a perfect balance of sweet, sour, and heat, making it a delightful and unique cocktail for any occasion.

Spicy Pineapple Twist

A tantalizing blend of mezcal, grapefruit soda, and pineapple juice, with a hint of chile powder and a touch of mint for a refreshing and spicy kick.

4.26 from 62 votes
Cook Time 5 mins
Total Time 5 mins

Ingredients

  • 1 lime wedge
  • 3 tablespoons granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ground chile powder
  • 2 tablespoons kosher salt
  • 1 1/2 cups Ice cubes
  • 4 tablespoons (2 ounces) mezcal or tequila
  • 3/4 cup grapefruit soda
  • 1/4 cup pineapple juice
  • 1 to 2 fresh mint leaves

Instructions

  1. Rub the lime wedge around the rim of a glass.
  2. Place the sugar, chile powder, and salt on a small plate and dip the rim of the glass in the mixture to coat.
  3. Add the ice cubes to the glass.
  4. Pour in the mezcal, grapefruit soda, and pineapple juice, then stir gently.
  5. Tear the mint leaves into pieces and drop them into the glass, stirring gently to release their flavor into the drink.