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A michelada is a refreshing Mexican beer cocktail blended with lime juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce, mixed pitcher-style for easy entertaining. It's the perfect crowd-friendly drink that takes minutes to prepare.
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Place the beer, lime juice, hot sauce, Worcestershire sauce, and ice in a pitcher; stir to combine.
Mix the salt and chili powder together in a small dish. Rub the rims of 8 pint or other tall glasses with a lime wedge and dip the rims into the salt mixture. Fill glasses with ice, pour in the Michelada, and garnish with the lime wedges.
Mix the lime juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire in the pitcher up to 4 hours ahead; add beer and ice only when serving.
pitcher · juicer (for fresh lime juice)
Mix the lime juice, hot sauce, and Worcestershire sauce in the pitcher up to 4 hours ahead. Add the beer and ice just before serving to maintain carbonation and chill.
Dos Equis, Corona, Modelo, and Tecate are all excellent choices. Use any crisp Mexican lager you prefer; avoid dark or heavily hopped beers.
Mix kosher salt and chili powder on a small plate. Rub a lime wedge around the glass rim, then dip into the salt-chili mixture before pouring.
Yes—use the same ratio of 1/2 cup lime juice, 1 teaspoon hot sauce, and 1 teaspoon Worcestershire per 6 bottles of beer to maintain balance.
Hot sauce adds signature spice and depth. If you prefer a milder drink, reduce to 1/2 teaspoon, but do not omit entirely.
