Michelada

Michelada

A savory and spicy Mexican beer cocktail with lime and hot sauce.

Origin: Mexico
Glass: Pint Glass
Difficulty: Easy
Strength: Light
Base Liquor: Other

Ingredients

Drink Ingredients

  • Salt
    1 pinch
  • Cayenne Pepper
    1 pinch
  • Lime Juice
    1/2 oz
  • Worcestershire Sauce
    2 dashes
  • Tabasco Sauce
    2 dashes
  • Black Pepper
    1 pinch
  • Celery Salt
    1 pinch
  • Mexican Lager
    1 bottle

Garnishes

  • Lime Wedge
    1

Steps

  1. Add equal parts Salt and Cayenne Pepper to a plate or shallow bowl.
  2. Rub a Lime Wedge along half the rim of a Pint Glass and dip the rim into the Salt-Cayenne mixture.
  3. Add Lime Juice, Worcestershire Sauce, Tabasco, Black Pepper, and Celery Salt into the glass.
  4. Fill with chilled Mexican Lager.
  5. Garnish with a Lime Wedge.

About

The Michelada is a classic Mexican beer cocktail that combines a refreshing lager with lime juice, hot sauce, and spices for a flavorful and savory experience. Its origins are rooted in mid-20th century Mexico, where serving beer with lime and salt became popular. The name 'Michelada' is derived from a mix of 'chela' (slang for beer), 'helada' (cold), and 'mi' (my), roughly translating to 'my cold beer.' This version of the Michelada skips the tomato juice seen in some recipes, instead focusing on the Mexico City-style preparation with lime, Worcestershire sauce, Tabasco, and seasonings. Served with a salt-cayenne rim and a chilled Mexican lager, it's a perfect cocktail for spice lovers and beer enthusiasts alike.

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