In case you totally fell asleep during history class, Sept. 16 is Mexican Independence Day. You heard right -- today, not Cinco de Mayo, is the day the Mexicans celebrate their independence from Spain. Cinco De Mayo is a celebration of a surprise victory over the French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Now that we have that cleared up let's drink.
Bridging the romantic, historic and honest world of traditional tequila with the vibrant sophistication of modern day Mexico City, Milagro Tequila celebrates Mexican Independence Day on September 16 with the following DIY cocktail recipes. Salud!
Yuzu Grita
- 4 parts Milagro Añejo
- 6 parts lemon juice
- 4 parts yuzu juice
- 6 parts mango juice
- 6 parts elderflower syrup
- 2 habanero peppers
In four shooter glasses, pour Milagro Añejo neat. Chop habanero peppers into small pieces. Blend with remaining ingredients. Steep for two to three hours. Strain into glasses, toast, and enjoy!
The Freshest Sangria
- 4 parts Milagro Silver
- 4 parts fresh lime juice
- 4 parts grapefruit juice
- 8 parts Grenadine
- 3 serrano peppers
In four shooter glasses, pour Milagro Silver neat. Cut serrano peppers in half and remove veins, seeds and stem. Blend the halves with remaining ingredients and steep for two to three hours. Strain and pour into the four glasses.
Agua Verde (Margarita)
- 1.5 parts Milagro Silver
- .25 parts avocado
- 3 cucumber slices
- 1 part lime juice
- .75 parts agave nectar
- Garnish lime wheel
Combine ingredients and blend with one cup of ice. Pour into a rocks glass. Garnish with lime wheel.
Booze News Insider Josh Hart is an amateur reviewer, but a professional drinker. He has been sipping and learning about whiskeys for a more than a decade and hopes to help you sift through the basics, to find the best bottles for you.
