Pineapple Black Pepper Tequila Cooler
Pineapple juice, lime, and tequila make a bright cooler with a black pepper finish for an easy two-glass pour.
Prep: 8 · Cook: 2 · Total: 10 · Serves: 2 · Difficulty: Easy · Rating: 4.8/5 (92 reviews)
INSPIRED BY
Inspired by tropical palomas, pineapple agua fresca, and the Theo habit of adding one unexpected savory note.
Story
Theo wanted a tall drink with tropical juice and a little more edge than the usual sweet pour. Cracked black pepper wakes up the pineapple, while lime and sparkling water keep the glass bright. Shake it, stack it with ice, and let the patio session begin.
By Theo
Ingredients
- 4 ounces blanco tequila
- 4 ounces pineapple juice
- 1 1/2 ounces fresh lime juice
- 1 ounce agave syrup
- 2 dashes orange bitters
- 1/8 teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
- 4 ounces sparkling water, chilled
- Ice
- 2 lime wheels and 2 pineapple wedges
Instructions
- Fill two tall glasses with ice and chill them while you mix the drink.
- Add the tequila, pineapple juice, lime juice, agave, orange bitters, and black pepper to a shaker with ice.
- Shake hard for 10 seconds until the shaker feels cold and the pepper is evenly distributed.
- Strain the mixture over the prepared glasses, dividing it evenly.
- Top each glass with 2 ounces of sparkling water and give it one gentle stir from bottom to top.
- Garnish with lime wheels and pineapple wedges, then serve immediately.
Chef Tips
- Use freshly cracked pepper for a clean, fragrant finish.
- Taste the pineapple juice before mixing and reduce the agave if it is very sweet.
- For a lighter drink, replace half the tequila with extra sparkling water.
- Chill the glasses in the freezer for 10 minutes if you have time.
Cook's Notes
- **Balance:** Taste the pineapple first and adjust the agave.
- **Pepper:** Crack it fresh for the best aroma.
- **Bubbles:** Add sparkling water after straining to keep it lively.