Classic Michelada
Quench your thirst with the bold and invigorating flavors of the **Classic Michelada**, a quintessential Mexican cocktail perfect for warm afternoons or festive gatherings. This easy-to-make recipe brings together a refreshing Mexican lager beer with tangy lime juice, savory tomato juice, and a rich blend of condiments like Worcestershire, soy sauce, and hot sauce, creating a harmonious balance of spice and zest. The rim of the glass is adorned with a vibrant Tajín and salt mixture for an extra pop of flavor, while ice and a wedge of lime complete this cooling drink. Ready in just 5 minutes, this crowd-pleaser is a must-try for lovers of bold and refreshing beverages. Keywords: Michelada recipe, Mexican cocktail, spicy beer drink, Tajín rim, summer drinks.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 12 oz Mexican lager beer
- 2 tbsp Lime juice, freshly squeezed
- 4 oz Tomato juice
- 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 1 tsp Hot sauce
- 1 tsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp Tajin (or chili powder)
- 0.5 tsp Salt
- 6 pieces Ice cubes
- 1 whole Lime wedges
Instructions
Chill a tall glass in the freezer for a few minutes or fill with ice water and discard right before preparation.
On a small plate, mix the Tajin and salt evenly.
Run a lime wedge around the rim of the glass to moisten it, then dip the rim into the Tajin and salt mixture, coating evenly.
Fill the glass with ice cubes, about 6 pieces.
Add the lime juice, tomato juice, Worcestershire sauce, hot sauce, and soy sauce into the glass, stirring gently to mix the ingredients.
Top up with the Mexican lager beer, pouring slowly to avoid excessive foaming.
Gently stir the drink once to combine all the ingredients.
Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim of the glass.
Serve immediately and enjoy your refreshing Michelada!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
180 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 0.3 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 2330 mg | 101% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 22.1 g | 8% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.8 g | 3% | |
| Total Sugars | 4.0 g | ||
| Protein | 2.6 g | 5% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 43 mg | 3% | |
| Iron | 1.1 mg | 6% | |
| Potassium | 451 mg | 10% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
