Spicy Pineapple Mocktail
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Shanthi Appelo
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This spicy tropical drink offers a balance of sweet and spicy with a kick of acid. Because pineapple juice is naturally sweet, add honey as needed to suit your sweetness preference.
Total Time:
10
Prep Time:
10
Cooking Difficulty:
Easy
Serving Amount
Ingredients
1⁄2 jalapeño, sliced, seeds removed if desired
1⁄2 cup pineapple juice
2 tsp. honey, or as needed
2 large limes, juiced
1⁄2 12-ounce can lime-flavored sparkling water
Ice
Instructions
Step 1
In a glass, add a few jalapeño slices and press down with a muddler or spoon. Leave the jalapeño slices in there if you desire a spicier aftermath. Add ice, pineapple juice, honey to taste and lime juice and stir well. Adjust sweetness if desired. Top with lime sparkling water.