Are you ready to celebrate one of the most vibrant holidays of the year with your nearest and dearest? Cinco De Mayo is a fantastic opportunity to shrug off the memories of a long dreary winter, embrace the vibrance of spring, and look forward to summer being just around the corner. As a colourful day full of celebration, Cinco De Mayo is the perfect time to relax and unwind while eating delicious food and sipping on tasty beverages. Below, we’ll take a look at 5 delectable cocktails to enjoy alongside your favourite Mexican food this May. Read on to learn more!
Margaritas
A classic margarita is a perfect mix of sweet, sour, and just a little bit salty, making it an ideal pairing for your Cinco De Mayo festivities. Originating out of Acapulco, the standard recipe for a margarita is as follows:
- 2 ounces blanco or reposado tequila
- 1/2 ounce orange liqueur (Cointreau and Triple Sec are two popular options)
- 1-ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 1/2 ounce agave syrup
- Garnish: lime wheel
- Garnish: Salted rim
For a refreshing twist and extra flavour, consider using flavoured syrup, including a few slices of jalapeño for some additional kick, or swapping out lime juice for pineapple, strawberry, or any other fruit juice of your liking!
Paloma
Palomas are a national favourite in Mexico, and for good reason. This tart and refreshing beverage combines tequila or reposado with lime juice and grapefruit soda for a tasty treat that’s perfect for springtime weather. Palomas are made with:
- 2 ounces tequila or reposado
- 1/2 ounce lime juice, freshly squeezed
- Grapefruit soda, chilled, to top
- Garnish: lime wheel
- Garnish: salt rim (optional)
Oaxaca Old Fashioned
Old fashions are a classy addition to any occasion, and this delightful twist adds a new dimension to a standard favourite. Instead of bourbon or whiskey, an Oaxaca uses smokey mezcal and reposado to create a smooth finish that warms the tastebuds. The recipe for an Oaxaca Old Fashion is:
- 1 1/2 ounces reposado tequila
- 1/2 ounce mezcal
- 1 bar spoon agave nectar
- 2 dashes of Angostura bitters
- Garnish: flamed orange peel
Mexican Bulldog
The Mexican bulldog gives you a refreshing 2 drinks in one, with lots of flavours to enjoy! Frosty and perfect for warm days, a bulldog is a combination of a margarita and a Corona beer, adding a little extra fizz to the mix! Blend your margarita with the following and then crown your drink with a freshly cracked Corona to finish things off.
- 2 oz tequila
- .75 oz lime juice
- .5 oz Cointreau
- .5 oz simple syrup
- .5 Cup crushed ice
- 1 Corona
- salt
Cabo Coffee
Looking for a nightcap and dessert all in one? Cabo Coffee is a delicious recipe that combines ice cream, tequila and coffee liqueur for a yummy way to end your celebration. The recipe (for two) is as follows:
- 2 teaspoons sugar divided
- 3 ounces of tequila divided
- 3 ounces coffee liqueur I used Kahlua
- Ground cinnamon to dust
- 2 cups of prepared coffee divided
- 2 scoops vanilla ice cream divided
*Please enjoy all beverages responsibly.
Celebrate Cinco De Mayo with Setters Liquor
Get ready for May festivities with Setters Liquor! As Salmon Arm’s trusted neighbourhood liquor store, we’re proud to offer a wide range of tequilas, spirits and frosty canned beverages to help add the perfect drink to your Cinco De Mayo activities! Visit us today to find your favourite drink in store!