From cocoa to tequila, drinks play a big role in Mexican cuisine. Therefore, many dishes require regular drinks. Quick and easy to prepare, refreshing or hot, with or without alcohol.
tequila
The outstanding Mexican drink is always drunk on its own or in cocktails. There are two categories: 100% Tequila agave Tequilas include young, white, reposado, and añejo types.
Beer
It goes well with all kinds of dishes and is highly valued all over the world. Darker ones are more flavorful and lighter ones are softer, so I usually add a slice of lime.
came
Wine is not often drunk in Mexico, but many wines have strong flavors that complement the uniqueness of the food they are paired with. The best that is eaten all over the country comes from the north.
mezcal
Another alcoholic beverage obtained from the agave plant, it is a simplified version of tequila and originates from Oaxaca. Perhaps best known as the Bottle Maguey Worm, it is colorless or yellowish when resting.
margarita cocktail
This cocktail is what made tequila famous around the world and is made with white tequila and lime or lemon juice. Triple sec or Cointreau and crushed ice. It is served on a separate plate with half a lemon and fine salt and is usually taken as an aperitif.
breaker
A typical punch from Puebla, it is made by adding beaten egg yolk to flavored milk with almonds, cloves and vanilla. Heat in a double boiler, stir until thickened, add rum and let cool. Eat it alone or as a fruit salad sauce, ice cream, or flan.
coffee pot
It is one of the most popular hot drinks. Boil water with cinnamon sticks, cloves, sugar and orange zest for 20 minutes, then add ground coffee. Boil for another 3 minutes and let it rest. Once strained, it is served with sweet breads and tamales.
Atol
This is a very popular drink throughout the country and is made by grinding cooked corn into small pieces and dissolving it in water. During cooking, fruit puree (strawberry, almond, guava) or milk flavored with pods (cinnamon, vanilla) is usually added to intensify the flavor.
white attle
Made with white or yellow corn dough, it has a sweet flavor and is typical of Mexico and the state of Michoacán, hot 6 cups of water. Dissolve 1 cup of corn dough in 2 cups of water, strain and add to boiling water. Don’t stop stirring until it thickens.
freshwater
It is made from seeds and fruits and has a base of water, sugar and a drop of lemon. Add 1 liter of ice water to the ground and candied melon seeds, chopped melon and lemon juice. It can be made using strawberries, kiwi and other fruits.
Sangrita
It’s a very spicy drink, but it doesn’t contain alcohol. In Jalisco it is eaten with tequila and typical dishes. Mix 1 kg of ripe tomatoes, the juice of 3 oranges and 2 lemons, 1 chopped onion, sugar and 4-5 serrano chiles. Strain and cool.
chocolate
A popular Mexican drink around the world, it’s very easy to make. Simply bring 4 sugared chocolate bars to a boil in 6 cups of milk or water without stopping to stir. If you want to whip it up, use a grinder. Enjoy hot or cold with pastries.
