Cheers! Enhance your Cinco De Mayo celebration with these 10 delightful cocktails, perfect for pairing with all your favorite tacos and guacamole.
1. Tequila Sunrise
A tangy treat for your palate.
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz orange juice
- 1 oz silver tequila
- Grenadine
- Ice
Instructions: Pour tequila and orange juice into a glass filled with ice. Add grenadine (watch it sink to the bottom) without stirring. Garnish with orange slices and maraschino cherries.
2. Lychee Tequila
A sweet and floral twist on tequila.
- Ingredients:
- 3 tbsp tequila
- 1 tbsp Bols Elderflower
- 4 tbsp lychee juice
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 whole lychee
- A dash of orange bitters
Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a tall glass and drop in a whole peeled lychee at the end.
3. Chelada
A hoppy and zesty delight.
- Ingredients:
- Juice of 1 lime
- 1 tsp coarse salt or Tajin
- 12 oz light lager
Instructions: Rub lime juice on the rim of the glass and salt it (or use Tajín). Mix the ingredients, pouring in the beer last and garnish with a lime wedge.
4. Paloma
A refreshingly fruity favorite.
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz tequila
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- Grapefruit soda
Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a glass and garnish with lime or grapefruit wedges.
5. Sangrita
Savory with a spicy jalapeño kick.
- Ingredients:
- 5 oz tomato juice
- 5 oz orange juice
- 2 oz lime juice
- 2 oz Tabasco sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- 2 tsp black pepper
Instructions: Combine all ingredients in a glass and stir well. Garnish with a jalapeño for an extra kick.
6. The El Pepino
A breezy tropical concoction.
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz tequila
- 1/4 oz agave nectar
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 1/2 oz pineapple juice
- 1/2 oz Cointreau
Instructions: Stir all ingredients in a glass and garnish with cucumber slices, lime wedge, and a sprig of basil.
7. Micheladas
A spicy take on the classic Chelada.
- Ingredients:
- 1 tsp Tajín
- 2 oz lime juice
- 2 tsp Mexican hot sauce
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- Pinch of salt
- 12 oz light Mexican beer
Instructions: Salt the rim of the glass with lime juice and Tajín. Combine all ingredients and pour the beer in last.
8. El Diablo
A dark, tangy drink that will get you moving.
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz tequila
- 1/2 oz crème de cassis
- 1/2 oz lime juice
- 3 oz ginger beer
Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a tall glass and garnish with a lime wedge.
9. Watermelon Vodka Cocktail
Sweet and refreshing for the summer.
- Ingredients:
- 2 oz chilled watermelon juice
- 2 oz vodka
- 1 oz lime juice
- 1 tsp agave nectar, honey, or maple syrup
Instructions: Combine all ingredients and garnish with fresh mint, lime wedges, or small watermelon pieces.
10. Carajillo
A smooth, caffeinated treat.
- Ingredients:
- 1/2 cup brewed espresso
- 2 oz Licor 43
- Ice cubes
Instructions: Mix all ingredients in a glass filled with ice.
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In summary, these 10 drinks will surely elevate your Cinco De Mayo festivities, pairing perfectly with your favorite Mexican dishes and adding a festive flair to your celebration.

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