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Home » Cooking Tips & Guides » The Best Drinks for Cinco de Mayo

May 2, 2019

The Best Drinks for Cinco de Mayo

Photograph of a margarita on a salt slab

There’s no better time to mix up a tequila cocktail (or two) than on Cinco de Mayo! This list of more than 26 Cinco de Mayo drinks features both classic and unique margarita recipes, palomas, martinis and more. There’s even a few Cinco de Mayo drinks without tequila and some non-alcoholic options for those who want to celebrate booze-free!

26 Cinco de Mayo Drinks (margs and more!) + Non-Alcoholic Options

1

Rhubarb Margarita

Sweet and tart, these Rhubarb Margaritas are as delicious as they are stunning! Featuring a simple homemade rhubarb sauce, these margs let the beloved spring stalk shine!

2

Bloody Maria

Photo Credit: whatsgabycooking.com

How can you not love tequila in a bloody mary?! Try this classic brunch cocktail with tequila and you may never go back to vodka.

3

Carrot Margaritas

These gorgeous carrot margaritas are the perfect way to kick off spring and celebrate Cinco de Mayo! Featuring bottled 100% carrot juice—no special equipment required—these come together quickly!

4

Tequila Rosé Spritz

Photo Credit: www.howsweeteats.com

When rosé meets tequila, well, something spectacular happens. This cocktails is reminiscent of a summery sangria.

5

Thai Lemongrass Margarita

All the best flavors of Thai cuisine added to a margarita! Lemongrass, ginger and cilantro combine to create something that's fresh and interesting. Bonus points if you seek out Thai basil at the store (use it instead of cilantro).

6

Sparkling Paloma Cocktail

Photo Credit: www.loveandlemons.com

A classic paloma recipe with an added dose of fresh thyme. Refreshing and flavorful, this is a great anytime drink.

7

Spicy Passionfruit Margarita

Photo Credit: bromabakery.com

Sweet and spicy, this gorgeous margarita is perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo!

8

Tomatillo Green Bloody Mary

Tomatillos make this green bloody mary worthy oif Cinco de Mayo. Make it a bloody maria by using tequila instead of vodka.

9

Berry-Ginger Cocktail

Photo Credit: www.sproutedkitchen.com

A fabulous go-to summer cocktail! Strawberries steal the show here, but tequila still makes a statement.

10

Smoky Mezcal Margarita Popsicles

These fun popsicles are perfect for summer! Sweet and smoky, they're adult pops reminiscent if childhood.

11

Honey Lemon Añejo Margarita Recipe

Photo Credit: kitchenswagger.com

Swap lime juice out for fresh lemon juice in this delicious take on the classic marg. Sweetened with honey and featuring añejo, this marg is too good not to try!

12

Rosemary Paloma

Photo Credit: momsdinner.net

Although rosemary is often classified as a "winter herb," snag a sprig or two for the garden and it will add a summery dose of flavor to this paloma!

13

Charred Lime & Jalapeño Margaritas

Create a smoky margarita without expensive Mezcal. If the grill is already fired up, toss on some limes and jalapeños, these margs are a favorite!

14

Champagne Margaritas

Photo Credit: www.delish.com

Celebration through-and-through! This cocktail is a party! Made with fresh lime juice, tequila, orange liqueur, and Champagne, it's dangerously good.

15

Pomegranate Grapefruit Paloma

Photo Credit: smittenkitchen.com

Adding a splash of pomegranate juice to a traditional paloma creates the most stunning tequila cocktail!

16

Maíz Tierno Margarita (Sweet Corn Margarita)

Sweet corn and tequila go hand-in-hand! Delightfully creamy and perfectly sweet, these margs are a fun (and delicious) cocktail for summer.

17

Tequila Sunrise Mimosa

Photo Credit: damndelicious.net

The brunch cocktail that never gets enough attention! Ditch the classic mimosa for this 4-ingredient brunch stunner.

18

Mezcal Paloma Recipe

Photo Credit: www.bonappetit.com

Who knew a paloma could get better?! Adding a splash of Mexcal to the mix ups the ante on this refreshing cocktail. Keep this one on hand all summer long.

19

Spicy Avocado Martini

A Mexican take on the classic vodka martini! Featuring an avocado syrup, this is one martini you'll be surprised by. Make it even more festive by swapping out the vodka for tequila.

20

Lime & Chili Mezcal Beergaritas

Photo Credit: thecollegehousewife.com

This tequila cocktail has got it going on. Smoky, spicy, sweet, tart, and it even has beer in it! Everyone is happy with this one!

21

Orange–Rosemary Paloma

Swap grapefruit juice out for fresh orange juice in this unique take on the paloma. A simple orange-rosemary syrup adds tons of flavor too!

22

Skinny Coconut Margarita

Photo Credit: withsaltandwit.com

The name might say "skinny" but you'd never know! These margaritas are creamy and delicious. If you like your drinks tart, try adding an ounce or two of fresh lime juice to the mix.

23

Non-Alcoholic: Naturally Sweetened Grapefruit Rosemary Soda

A naturally sweetened grapefruit soda syrup is the base for this refreshing soda. Just add ice and club soda!

24

Non-Alcoholic: Sparkling Mint-Lime Iced Tea

Photo Credit: www.tablespoon.com

Refreshing and flavorful, this lime iced tea is perfect for celebrating Cinco de Mayo sans alcohol.

25

Non-Alcoholic: Pineapple Mocktail Margaritas

Photo Credit: grandbaby-cakes.com

If you're looking to enjoy the flavors of a margarita without the alcohol try this pineapple mocktail! All the flavor, none of the booze.

26

Non-Alcoholic: Strawberry-Lime & Pineapple-Mint Agua Fresca

Photo Credit: www.kyleecooks.com

Agua fresca is a classic Mexican and Central American drink, and these two varieties are so refreshing. One sip and you'll be transported to a beautiful beach in Mexico!

PIN AND SAVE THIS LIST FOR LATER

Photograph of a margarita on a salt slab

Now that we have the drinks covered…let’s fill out the rest of the menu!

This list of Cinco de Mayo recipes features appetizers, main dishes and even a dessert. Mix and match the recipes to create a menu that’s perfect for your Cinco de Mayo celebration.

And if you still don’t find something that strikes a cord, check out all of my Mexican recipes, you’re sure to find something!

ZK’s Secret Ingredient Guacamole

A large bowl of guacamole set on a cutting board with corn chips.

Spicy Black Bean Dip

Photograph of a spicy black bean dip in a green bowl set on a marble surface with chips scattered around

Cauliflower “Steaks” with Mexican Chimichurri

Charred cauliflower steaks layered on a black patter and one on a white place, topped with vibrant green chimichurri sauce.

Spicy Harissa Lamb Tacos

Photograph of three lamb tacos arranged on a wooden cutting board with lemon wedges and cucumber slices.

Butternut Squash Chipotle Carbonara

orange noodles coiled on a white plate topped with broccoli and bacon.

Chipotle Tempeh Tacos with Green Apple Slaw

Overhead photo of vegan tempeh tacos arranged in a line across white paper with limes and a creamy sauce off to the side

Healthy Chiles Rellenos with Roasted Salsa Verde

Close up image of a stuffed chile relleno on a white plate with a fork scooping up filling

Mexican Chocolate, Raspberry & Millet Cookies

Photograph of chocolate cookies arranged on a piece of parchment paper

CHEERS!

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About Lauren Grant

Lauren Grant is a professional culinary food scientist, food writer, recipe developer, and food photographer. Lauren is a previous magazine editor and test kitchen developer and has had work published in major national publications including Diabetic Living Magazine, Midwest Living Magazine, Cuisine at Home Magazine, EatingWell.com, AmericasTestKitchen.com, and more.

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