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Wet the edge of a pint glass with lime and dip it into a plate with Tajin or another chilli lime salt to create a salt rim. You can also mix the salt and Tajin to make a single mixture.
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serves for
1
total time
0
HR
5
MIN
ingredients
Beer
1 cold Mexican lager, dark recommended (cerveza oscura)
Tabasco
1 tsp (5ml)
Maggi sauce
1/2 tsp (2.5ml)
Worcestershire sauce
1/2 tsp (2.5ml)
Lime
4 wedges, one to moisten the rim and one to garnish the glass
Lime juice
1oz (30ml)
Tajin seasoning
or chilli lime salt (enough to rim the glass and a pinch to flavour the drink)
Fine salt
enough to coat the rim of the glass
Ice cubes
2
A michelada cocktail is a Mexican drink that mixes chilled lager, lime and a handful of sauces. If you've ever had a holiday in Mexico, you may have had one. But did you know this Mexican favourite is easy to whip up at home with just a few ingredients? It's straightforward to make and is perfect on a warm day or for a get-together with friends. So, if you fancy trying something different, keep reading for a simple recipe to make your own michelada.
Step 01
Step 02
Squeeze lime juice into the glass using a citrus squeezer and add the Maggi, Worcestershire, Tabasco and a bit of Tajin or chilli lime salt. Stir well with a spoon.
Step 03
Slowly pour the Mexican lager into the glass, tilting it at a 45-degree angle to prevent too much foam.
Step 04
Stir. Add a couple of ice cubes and enjoy.
What’s the best type of beer for a michelada?
Micheladas are typically made with a light Mexican beer – often a lager. However, some aficionados prefer using dark Mexican beers in their Michelada.
What foods go with micheladas?
Micheladas pair brilliantly with a wide array of savoury dishes. They're traditionally relished alongside Mexican food, such as tacos and tostadas.
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