Want to really kick your Cinco party into high gear? Stock up your bar for a few of these cocktails. Tingling with chile-infused syrups and bright with tropical juices, they’re the perfect complement to tacos, guacamole, and salsas.
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RecipeTomato, Blood Orange, and Mango Sangrita
Sangrita is a traditional concoction of spiced tomato and fruit juices served as a chaser to a shot of straight tequila. Start with the smaller amount of habanero, and add more if you like a hotter drink. -
RecipeBlushing Paloma
This tall, cool twist on a classic Paloma (grapefruit juice + tequila) is the runway model of cocktails. -
RecipeCucumber-Basil Margherita
A refreshing cucumber and basil simple syrup makes this margarita a go-to cocktail to enjoy with your favorite spicy Mexican dish. The recipe is easily doubled. -
RecipeMayan Mezcalita
The perfect party pitcher cocktail, this combination of cantaloupe, cucumber, curacao and chiles develops more flavor as it sits. Since you pour it over ice, you can make it hours ahead. -
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RecipeNuevo Negroni
White rum in place of gin and a splash of sparkling rosé adds bubbly fun to this bittersweet classic. -
RecipeWatermelon Mojito
Nothing says summer more than watermelon. Added to your mojito, it takes refreshing to the next level. -
RecipeGuava Martini
Pink guava juice gives a standard vodka martini a lovely rosy glow, while an ancho-infused syrup (and ancho-sugared rim) adds heat. -
RecipeCha Cha Chavela
The Bloody Mary meets the Boilermaker. Served with or without a shot of tequila, this spicy beer-and-V8 blend is a great way to cool down on a hot day. -
RecipeRaspberry-Pineapple Agua Fresca
This fruity sweet-tart combo is a perfect refresher on a hot day.
