Cinco de Mayo might have passed, but the celebration doesn’t have to end! Keep the festive spirit alive by indulging in delicious cocktails that honor Mexican heritage. From classic margaritas with a fresh twist to unique concoctions inspired by Mexican flavors, these drinks are perfect for continuing the fiesta vibes.
Here are a few cocktails to indulge your inner mixologist and explore the rich flavours of Mexican culture and heritage.
DULCE Y PICANTE
This decadent libation is inspired by the iconic espresso martini, crafted by the visionary mixologist Dick Bradsel in 1983. Warm notes of coffee and chocolate syrup intertwine with hints of vanilla extract, while a daring touch of cinnamon and pepper powder add a tantalising kick. Served in a sleek martini glass adorned with a sprinkle of cinnamon, this cocktail is a masterpiece of elegance, promising to keep your heart warm and your spirits high throughout the cold season.
Ingredients
1 Shot Don Julio 70 Cristalino

1 shot Cold Brew Coffee

0.5 shot
Brown Sugar Simple Syrup

0.5 shot
Chocolate Syrup

1/4 tsp
Vanilla Extract

1/4 tsp
Ground Chipotle Pepper Powder

1/4 tsp
ground cinnamon Powder for Garnish
Preparation
Combine ingredients into a shaker with ice.
Shake well.
Strain contents into a glass.
Garnish with ground chipotle pepper powder and ground cinnamon.
DON JULIO 70TH MULO
Find solace and warmth in the enchanting allure of the Don Julio 70 Mulo. Crafted with the finest Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice and crowned with the effervescence of Ginger Beer, this cocktail is a testament to indulgence and comfort. Inspired by the charming Moscow Mule, each sip of the Don Julio 70 Mulo envelops the palate in a symphony of citrusy tang and spicy sweetness. Make this cocktail your companion through the chill of winter nights.
Ingredients
1.5 shot Don Julio 70 Tequila

0.5 shot
Fresh Squeezed Lime Juice


Top with Ginger Beer and a Mint Sprig
Preparation
Add all ingredients into a highball glass filled with ice.
Give a gentle stir and garnish.
70 PALOMA DECONSTRUCTED
The Don Julio deconstructed Paloma is a tribute to the timeless cocktail’s allure. Each sip
unveils the vibrant tang of a grapefruit harmonising with the zesty brightness of the lemon
peel. Let the Don Julio deconstructed Paloma be your companion in savouring the warmth
of tradition and the richness of sophistication, a toast to the spirited essence of Mexico’s
beloved cocktail.
Ingredients
1.5 shot
Don Julio 70 Cristalino


Grapefruit Wedge


Lemon Peel Zest

Garnish Sugar and Salt
Preparation
Zest lemon peel and mix with sugar and salt
Slice a wedge of Grapefruit
Sprinkle salt/sugar mix on the tip.
Enjoy Don Julio 70 Cristalino served neat
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