Picture this: the sun warming your skin, and the perfect companion by your side—whether it’s lively company or a captivating book. What could make this moment even better? A fiery mango pineapple margarita in hand. Nothing says “holidays” quite like that.

As the festive season rolls on and we prepare to welcome 2025, our mango pineapple margarita take center stage in our celebrations, offering a sip of paradise with every glass. This recipe is a tribute to two of our favorite things: margaritas and Mauritian fruit confit.
Mauritian fruit confit is a beloved island snack. A mouthwatering mix of semi-ripe pineapple, mango, and other tropical fruits, seasoned with chilli, salt, and tamarind. It is a symphony of sweet, tangy, salty, and spicy notes. Confit is sold from street vendors across the island. However, no beach trip feels complete without a bag of confit from the seaside vendors.

A margarita, with its tangy lime, smoky tequila, and sweet undertones, is already a crowd-pleaser. Add the salty rim, and it becomes a sensory delight. With taste profiles very similar to confit, it only made sense to combine the two. We infuse our margaritas with the flavours of confit: muddling fresh mango and pineapple, then mixing it with tequila, lime juice, and a touch of chilli-infused syrup. Serve it in a glass rimmed with chili-lime salt for the perfect kick. Whilst this is not an original combination by any means, it is our take on a mango pineapple margarita.

For holiday gatherings, whip up a jug of this mango pineapple margarita and let the good times flow. Whether it’s a lively dîner l’année (New Year’s dinner) or a relaxed evening with friends, this drink promises to make your celebrations unforgettable. Here’s to 2025 and the vibrant flavours of paradise in a glass!

Mango pineapple margarita

Sweet mango, juicy pineapple, a hint of chilli, and a classic salty rim come together for the ultimate summer margarita.

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Ingredients

½ cup fresh pineapple chopped
½ cup fresh semi-ripe mango chopped
100 ml tequila
50 ml chilli syrup
40 ml lime juice
pinch tamarind paste optional
2-3 tbsp chilli salt
ice

For the chilli syrup

⅓ cup sugar
⅓ cup water
2-3 chillies

Instructions

For the chilli salt rim

Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass.
Place the chilli salt in a shallow saucer. Dip the rim on the glass into the chili salt and set aside.

For the margarita

In a sturdy mixing glass or cocktail shaker, add the pineapple and mango chunks.
Use a muddler or the back of a wooden spoon to thoroughly crush the fruit, extracting as much juice as possible.
Strain the muddled fruit through a fine mesh sieve into a shaker, pressing down with a spoon to extract the liquid. Discard the solids.
Add tequila, lime juice, and chili-infused simple syrup to the shaker with the fruit juice.
Add ice and shake vigorously for 15-20 seconds.
Fill prepared glasses with fresh ice.
Strain the margarita mixture into the glasses.
Garnish with a lime wedge or a slice of mango or pineapple. Serve immediately and savor the tropical vibes!