Mayan Michelada

The Michelada is often considered Mexico’s interpretation of the classic brunch favorite, the Bloody Mary. This riff - originally concocted by the now-closed Tijuana Picnic in NYC - turns up the booziness with a splash of mezcal.

The mezcal's smokiness will dance with the bright lime and agave, while the hot sauce and seasonings add layers of complexity. The Mexican lager will effervesce and soothe your palate, making this cocktail a true adventure in every sip.

(Originally published 9/22/23)

Author

The Elevated Craft Team

Category

Cocktails

Ingredients

• ½ oz. Mezcal (the original specs called for Pelotón de la Muerte joven)
• ½ oz. Lime juice, freshly squeezed
• ¼ oz. Agave nectar
• 5 dashes of Cholula hot sauce
• 5 dashes Maggi seasoning sauce
• 3 dashes Worcestershire sauce
• 1 Bottle of Mexican lager, chilled (we used Pacifico)
• Garnish: Tajin rim (the original specs call for a chipotle salt rim)
• Garnish: Lime wedge

Directions

1. Rim a Hybrid Pint Glass with Tajin and set aside.
2. Add all ingredients except the Mexican lager into your Hybrid Cocktail Shaker with ice and shake.
3. Strain into your prepared Hybrid Pint Glass over ice.
4. Top with the Mexican lager.
5. Garnish with lime wedge.
6. Use remaining Mexican lager to top off as needed.