Pineapple-Orange Margarita - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 1/2 cups pineapple juice
1 1/4 cups white tequila
1 cup Cointreau liqueur or 1 cup orange liqueur
1 cup orange juice
3/4 cup fresh lime juice
1/2 cup simple syrup
3 cups ice cubes
Optional garnishes
fresh pineapple, spears (optional)
maraschino cherry (optional)

Preparation

Combine pineapple juice, tequila, Cointreau, orange juice, lime juice, and simple syrup in large pitcher. (Can be prepared 6 hours ahead. Refrigerate.)
Add 3 cups ice cubes to pitcher and stir to blend well.
Pour margarita into cocktail glasses. Garnish with pineapple spears and maraschino cherries, if desired, and serve.