Tag: Mexican Independence Day

TIP OF THE DAY: Drinks For Mexican Independence Day ~ Michelada, Paloma, Bandera & More

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[1] The Paloma, said to be Mexico’s favorite tequila-based cocktail (photo © TasteCocktails.com). [2] The Bandera comprises shots in green, white and red, the colors of the Mexican flag (photo © Cazadores Tequila).   September 16th is Mexican Independence Day. It’s also National Guacamole Day. Coincidence? We think not! Yesterday, we explained how Mexicans celebrated…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Instead Of Cinco De Mayo, Celebrate September 16th…With Reposado Tequila

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[1] Reposado tequila is the preferred type for celebrations [2] Distrito Federal is Manhattan cocktail that replaces the bourbon with tequila (all photos courtesy Blue Nectar Tequila).   Many Americans look forward to celebrating Cinco de Mayo each spring. This relatively small Mexican holiday commemorates a regional battle in 1862, long after Mexican Independence was…
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TIP OF THE DAY: Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur & How To Infuse Your Own Tequila

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[1] Today’s pick: Ancho Reyes chile liqueur (photo © Ancho Reyes). [2] Casa Noble reposado and blanco tequilas. Mix reposado with the liqueur in the cocktail below (photos #3 and #4 © Casa Noble Tequila). [3] Combine them to make this delicious cocktail.   If you like tequila, mezcal, and the cuisine and culture of…
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