Spice Up Cinco De Mayo With These Hot Cocktails

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Astral Anejo tequila bottle and cocktail glasses
Astral Old Fashioned courtesy photo

Cinco de Mayo is around the corner and while I realize margaritas are often the star of the holiday, you can always mix things up with new cocktails. Thanks to some of our friends, we have several recipes to share for those looking to try new recipes to toast Cinco De Mayo.

Sun Beam Fizz

Astral anejo bottle and cocktails
Sun Fizz with Astral Reposado Courtesy photo

1.5 oz Astral Tequila Reposado

3 oz Lemonade

1 oz Red Ruby Grapefruit Juice

Top with Club Soda

Garnish: Grapefruit Wedge with Chili Lime Seasoning

Instructions: Add all ingredients to an ice-filled highball glass and stir. Top with club soda and garnish with a grapefruit wedge and chili lime seasoning.

Astral Old Fashioned

1.5 oz Astral Tequila Añejo

1 Barspoon of Agave Nectar

2 Dashes of Chocolate Bitters

Garnish: Grated Chocolate and Orange Twist

Instructions: Add all ingredients into an ice-filled mixing glass. Stir for 10 to 12 seconds. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass and garnish with grated chocolate and an orange twist.

 

 

Tangerine Chile Gran Paloma

Developed by James Beard Award winning chef Pati Jinich, this recipe is a refreshing twist on the classic cocktail.

Gran centenario bottle with tangerine chile paloma
Tangerine Chile Gran Paloma courtesy photo

 

Ingredients:

2 oz Gran Centenario® Añejo Tequila

2 oz Fresh Tangerine Juice

1 oz Fresh Lime Juice

1 oz Chile de Árbol Agave Syrup

Seltzer Water

Garnish: Salt Rim

Directions:

Rim double rocks glass with salt. Add ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake and strain into glass over fresh ice. Top with seltzer water and garnish with a tangerine slice

Gran Centenario Grapefruit Mimosa

Also developed by James Beard Award winning chef Pati Jinich, this twist on the classic cocktail is perfect to start off your Cinco de Mayo celebrations!

 

gran centenario plata bottle and mimosas
Gran Centenario Grapefruit Mimosa courtesy photo

Ingredients:

“Piquetito” of Gran Centenario Plata Tequila

4 oz Prosecco

2 oz Fresh Grapefruit Juice

0.5 oz Honey

Garnish: Grapefruit Wedge

Directions: Pour chilled prosecco into a wine glass. Dissolve honey into chilled grapefruit juice and then slowly pour over prosecco. Top it off with a “Piquetito” (about .5 oz) of Gran Centenario Plata tequila and apply garnish

Gran Centenario Mango Margarita

Mango margaritas
Mango Margaritas courtesy photo

This refreshing and fruity spin on the margarita is the epitome of a spring celebration

Ingredients:

8 oz Gran Centenario® Plata Tequila

2.5 oz Orange Liqueur

2 Mangos (peeled, diced, & blended)

2 Oranges (juiced)

2 Limes (juiced)

Garnish: Lime Wedge

Directions: Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice. Shake and strain over fresh ice into a salt-rimmed rocks glass. Garnish with lime wedge.

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Kristin Barclay
Kristin Barclay
Kristin Barclay graduated from the University of South Carolina with a major in Journalism and Advertising. Throughout her career, Kristin has demonstrated a passion for storytelling and a commitment to providing accurate, timely, and informative news coverage. She has a deep understanding of the issues and concerns facing local communities and has earned a reputation as a trusted source for reliable news and information. In addition to her work as an editor and journalist, Kristin is also a skilled writer and has written articles on a wide range of topics, including politics, business, education, and culture. She has a keen eye for detail and a talent for crafting compelling stories that engage and inform readers. Kristin is also an active member of the community and has volunteered her time and resources to numerous organizations and causes. She believes in the importance of giving back and making a positive impact on the world around us. In addition to her professional accomplishments, Kristin Barclay is also a passionate advocate for local journalism and the role it plays in keeping communities informed and engaged. She believes strongly in the importance of supporting local news outlets and is dedicated to ensuring that quality journalism remains a vital part of our society. Outside of work, Kristin enjoys traveling both for business and pleasure. She loves exploring new places, meeting new people, and experiencing different cultures. Whether she's on a business trip or a vacation, Kristin is always eager to discover what makes each place unique and special. Kristin's passions include boots, bourbon, dogs and college football. She is a self-proclaimed boot aficionado and has an impressive collection of cowboy boots that she wears with pride. She also enjoys sipping on a good bourbon and spending time with her husband and beloved border collies. Last but certainly not least, Kristin is the proud mother of two children who bring joy and meaning to her life. She is deeply committed to being a loving and supportive parent, and her children are her greatest source of inspiration and motivation
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