Michelada Cocktail
We unveil the secrets of Mexico's favorite beer-based libation, the traditional Michelada, for you to recreate its authentic, zesty kick at home.
Servings 1
Calories 201kcal
Ingredients
- 1 lime cut into wedges
- 1 tbsp kosher salt
- 2 tsp hot sauce or to taste
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 2 tsp Worcestershire sauce
- 12 ounces cold Mexican lager like Modelo
- Ice
- 1/2 cup cold clamato or tomato juice optional
Instructions
- Rub a lime wedge around the rim of a pint glass. Spread salt on a plate and dip the rim in the salt to coat.
- Squeeze the juice from the remaining lime wedges into the glass, then drop in the wedges.
- Add the hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and soy sauce. Pour in the cold beer. If you like, you can also add the tomato juice/clam juice.
- Gently stir the ingredients to mix, fill the glass with ice, and serve immediately.
Notes
- Go for a good-quality Mexican lager such as Modelo, and always fresh lime juice.
- Experiment with different brands and levels of hot sauce to find one(s) that suit you.
- Apply the salt lightly and evenly to prevent an overpowering saltiness.
Nutrition
Calories: 201kcal | Carbohydrates: 27g | Protein: 4g | Fat: 0.2g | Saturated Fat: 0.02g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.1g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.02g | Sodium: 7706mg | Potassium: 560mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 7g | Vitamin A: 603IU | Vitamin C: 49mg | Calcium: 67mg | Iron: 2mg