Must-Have Cinco De Mayo Drinks You Need to Try

Cinco de Mayo is a Mexican holiday that commemorates the Mexican army’s unlikely victory over French forces at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. The holiday is celebrated mainly in Mexico, but has also been gaining in popularity in the United States over the past few years. In the United States, Cinco de Mayo is celebrated with parties, parades, festivals, and of course, plenty of food and drink.

One of the main reasons Cinco de Mayo has been gaining in popularity in the United States is because it is seen as a celebration of Mexican culture. Cinco de Mayo is a time when people can come together to celebrate all things Mexican, from food and music to art and dance. And of course, no Mexican celebration would be complete without some delicious drinks.

No Cinco de Mayo celebration would be complete without a margarita. Margaritas are a classic Mexican cocktail, and there are endless ways to make them. You can keep it simple with just tequila, lime juice, and Triple Sec, or get creative and add in some fruit juices or other liqueurs. If you’re feeling really adventurous, you can even rim your margarita glass with chili powder or salt!

In the United States, Cinco de Mayo comes at a perfect time of year as spring gives way to summer and patio lunches and outdoor margaritas become the norm. Take a look below to get some inspiration on how to prepare your own cocktails for this celebration of Mexican history.

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If you are planning to host a party or gathering for Cinco de Mayo this year, let Sourced help you plan the perfect cocktail list, provide the drinks, and if you are looking for an all-inclusive package, contact us right away about hiring your own personal bartender to create delicious cocktails for you and your friends on this upcoming Mexican holiday.

If you’re planning on celebrating Cinco de Mayo this year, we've put together a list of some delicious margarita recipes that you need to try. Take a look below to learn about these drinks, and contact us right away to get started on your own personalized Sourced cocktail party!

Famous Cinco de Mayo Tequila Drinks

The following drinks are famed the world around for their smooth flavor, varying spice levels, and superior drinkability on a sunny May day with friends. There are a few traditional Cinco de Mayo drinks that you absolutely need to try if you’re planning on celebrating the holiday. Here are a few of our favorites:

The Paloma

A classic Mexican drink, the Paloma is made with tequila, grapefruit juice, and a splash of club soda. It's refreshing and perfect for sipping on while enjoying a sunny day.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz. Tequila
• .5 oz. Grapefruit Juice
• Lime juice
• Club Soda
• Kosher salt

Pro tip: you can swap your club soda and grapefruit juice for a sparkling grapefruit drink if you prefer! Once the drinks start flowing, you may want to focus on spending time with your friends instead of juicing grapefruits, so you can either choose this time-saver, or hire Sourced to plan and execute the perfect Cinco de Mayo gathering for you!

Instructions:

1. Add all ingredients to a shaker filled with ice.
2. Rub the rim of a glass with lime juice and dip in salt to coat.
3. Shake well and strain into a salt-rimmed glass.
4. Top with club soda and serve.

Absolut X Swedish House Mafia - Paradise (Again) Paloma

If you want to switch things up a bit on Cinco de Mayo, Sourced has a cocktail for you! Yes, we know that vodka isn't usually your first thought on this Mexican day of celebration, but trust us, it's worth it to change it up with this Paradise (Again) Paloma.

Ingredients:

• 750ml bottle of Absolut Grapefruit Vodka
• Paradise (Again) Paloma cocktail mixer
• Lime juice
• Grapefruit juice
• Soda water
• Swedish Fish for garnishing your cocktail

Instructions:

All orders from Sourced include detailed instructions for your cocktails, as well as a jigger to help with measuring out your mixes and high-quality reusable cups with Sourced branding.

The Classic Margarita

No Cinco de Mayo celebration would be complete without a few margaritas. Margaritas are the perfect blend of sweet and sour, and can be made with a variety of different liquors. Whether you like your margaritas frozen or on the rocks, there’s a recipe out there for everyone. Try our classic margarita cocktail kit today!

There are countless margarita recipes out there, so feel free to experiment with different flavors until you find your perfect margarita mix.

Ingredients:

• 1½ ounces tequila
• 1 ounce fresh lime juice
• ½ ounce triple sec or other orange liqueur
• Kosher salt

Instructions:

1. Rub the rim of a glass with lime juice and dip in salt to coat.
2. Add tequila, lime juice, and orange liqueur to a shaker filled with ice.
3. Shake well and strain into the prepared glass.
4. Tip back, slurp down, and go back to step 1 until desired effect is reached!

Patron Spicy Margarita

This margarita is perfect for those who like their drinks on the spicy side. The Patron Silver tequila is mixed with Grand Marnier, fresh lime juice, and jalapeño-infused simple syrup.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Patrón Silver infused with jalapeño*
• .5 oz Flavor puree (blood orange, mango, or fresh beet)
• 3 oz Lime juice
• Kosher salt
• Lime wedges and sliced jalapeños for garnish

*To make your own infused Patrón Silver, slice two jalapeño peppers down the middle and remove seeds, add to your bottle of Patrón Silver, and let rest for at least 12 hours.

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine all ingredients except the tequila.
2. Rub the rim of a glass with lime juice and dip in salt to coat. 
3. Shake well and strain into a salt-rimmed glass.
4. Pour the tequila into the glass and stir well.
5. Garnish with a slice of jalapeño pepper and lime wedge, and serve.

The Mexican Mule

A twist on the classic Moscow Mule, the Mexican Mule swaps out vodka for tequila and adds in a bit of lime juice and ginger beer. It's refreshing, flavorful, and perfect for Cinco de Mayo.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz. Tequila
• .5 oz. Lime Juice - You can use either bottled lime juice, or for bonus points, you can slice whole limes to use for juice and as a garnish
• Ginger Beer
• Crushed ice

Instructions:

1. In a copper mug filled with crushed ice, combine the tequila, lime juice, and ginger beer.
2. Stir well and serve.
3. Repeat as necessary.

Cerveza Margarita

This margarita takes advantage of the fact that Mexican beer is delicious, and pairs it with tequila, fresh lime juice, and triple sec. It's a perfect blend of sweet, sour, and salty, and sure to be a hit at your Cinco de Mayo party.

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle Mexican beer
• 12 oz. can frozen limeade concentrate
• 6 oz. tequila
• 3 oz. triple sec or other orange liqueur
• Kosher salt
• Lime wedges for garnish

Instructions:

1. In a pitcher, combine the frozen limeade concentrate, tequila, triple sec, and beer.
2. Stir well until the limeade concentrate is completely dissolved.
3. Rub the rim of a glass with lime juice and dip in salt to coat.
4. Fill the glass with margarita mix and garnish with a lime wedge.
5. Enjoy!

Pineapple Paloma

This twist on the classic Paloma swaps out grapefruit soda for pineapple juice, and adds in a bit of tequila, fresh lime juice, and agave syrup. It's a refreshing and flavorful drink that's perfect for Cinco de Mayo.

Ingredients:

• 2 oz. tequila
• 1 oz. fresh lime juice
• 1 oz. agave syrup
• 4 oz. pineapple juice
• Splash of club soda

Instructions:

1. In a shaker filled with ice, combine the tequila, lime juice, agave syrup, and pineapple juice.
2. Shake well and strain into a glass filled with ice.
3. Top off with a splash of club soda and enjoy.

Are You Ready To Throw a Cinco de Mayo Party For the History Books?

No matter what your drink preference is, Sourced has you covered this Cinco de Mayo. We'll help you find the perfect margarita recipe, provide all of the ingredients, and even mix up the drinks for you so that you can enjoy your party to the fullest. Contact us today to get started!