On May 5th, people around the world will take part in an annual celebration that honors Mexican culture, tradition and heritage, Cinco de Mayo. Colorful parades, festive festivals, traditional dancing, Mariachi bands and fabulous food and drink are all part of the celebration!
Cinco de Mayo History
Cinco de Mayo, which means the 5th of May, actually commemorates the Mexican’s military victory over France at the Battle of Puebla on May 5, 1862. Despite the fact the Mexican Army was outnumbered by the French, 4,000 Mexican soldiers versus 8,000 French, Mexico won the battle.
Whether you plan to attend a great big party or an intimate family gathering, why not whip up one or two of the amazing cocktail recipes listed below?
20 Cocktail Recipes Perfect for Cinco de Mayo
- Mexi-tini – This cocktail recipe, from Van Gogh Vodkas, calls for tequila, orange juice and Van Gogh Orange vodka.
- Tucson Martini – This martini recipe calls for vodka, triple sec, prickly pear syrup and a jalapeno-stuffed olive for garnish.
- Passion Fruit Margarita – Nothing quite says Cinco de Mayo like an ice-cold margarita! This drink calls for passion fruit nectar, orange-flavored liqueur, salt, superfine sugar and tequila. Don’t forget the crushed ice.
- Margarita of Love – Speaking of passion, this pretty drink includes silver tequila, blueberry-agave syrup, lime juice, triple sec and a lotta love!
- Blue Lagoon Margarita – This pretty blue cocktail calls for blue curacao, lemon-lime soda, lime slices, coarse sugar, frozen limeade concentrate and tequila.
- Pomegranate Margarita – If you love pomegranate, run, don’t walk, to check out this recipe from Tyler Florence.
- Jalapeno Margarita – Kick things up a notch with this 5-star cocktail.
- Freddie Fuddpucker – You’ll need orange juice, Galliano and tequila for this one. Just be careful how you pronounce the drink!
- La Paloma Suprema – This refreshing drink combines aged tequila with tangy grapefruit flavor.
- Corzo Holly Cocktail – You’ll need balsamic vinegar, tequila, lime juice, fresh strawberries, fresh basil leaves and simple syrup for this cocktail.
- Topsy-Turvy Sangria – You’ll need a bottle of merlot, orange liqueur, brandy, sugar, fresh strawberries, lemon-lime soda, fresh lemon, orange and peach slices and ice cubes.
- White Sangria – Speaking of sangria, this refreshing drink includes pineapple juice, lemon juice, Triple sec, lemon-lime soda and slices of orange, lemons and tart apples.
- Tequila Tangerine Dream – If you've been dreaming about something different, check this drink out. You’ll need tequila, fresh lavender, simple syrup, club soda and a tangerine.
- Chipotle Sangrita – If you like a bit of heat in your glass, this drink includes tomato juice, chipotle mix, lime juice, steak sauce, Worcestershire, celery salt and Corzo Silver tequila.
- Tequila Sunset - This pretty cocktail calls for tequila, pomegranate juice, raspberry liqueur, agave nectar, lemon juice and soda water.
- Anejo Smash – Minty and frosty.
- Red Pepper Daisy – This recipe includes a red bell pepper.
- Cucumber Cooler – This cool drink includes a fresh cucumber, tequila, fresh mint leaves, lime juice and agave syrup.
- Tijuana Trick – This citrusy drink includes tequila, orange and lemon juice, egg whites, simple syrup and St. Germain liqueur.
- Mexican Coffee – This fabulous beverage calls for tequila, coffee liqueur, prepared coffee, sugar, cinnamon and vanilla ice cream!
Happy Cinco de Mayo! Cheers!
