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Michelada
A savory and spicy Mexican beer cocktail with lime and hot sauce.
Ingredients
- Salt1 pinch
- Cayenne Pepper1 pinch
- Lime Juice1/2 oz
- Worcestershire Sauce2 dashes
- Tabasco Sauce2 dashes
- Black Pepper1 pinch
- Celery Salt1 pinch
- Mexican Lager1 bottle
- Lime Wedge garnish1
Steps
- Add equal parts Salt and Cayenne Pepper to a plate or shallow bowl.
- Rub a Lime Wedge along half the rim of a Pint Glass and dip the rim into the Salt-Cayenne mixture.
- Add Lime Juice, Worcestershire Sauce, Tabasco, Black Pepper, and Celery Salt into the glass.
- Fill with chilled Mexican Lager.
- Garnish with a Lime Wedge.
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About the Michelada
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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