Cinco de Mayo Cocktails

West Coast Batanga By Pablo Madrigal Valdes, Spirits Specialist, IL Ingredients: • 2 oz Cascahuin Blanco Tequila • ¼ oz Brovo Falernum • Greenbar Directions: 1. Salt the rim of a rocks glass and add Cascahuin Blanco and Brovo Falernum. 2. Fill the glass with ice and top with Greenbar Un-Rum & Cola. 3. Cut a coin out of a lime, squeeze the juice into the glass and add the coin as well. 4. Mix gently to incorporate (use a knife if you want to keep it traditional). Inspired by Batanga that has seen a bit of a renaissance in 2024. Traditionally made with tequila, Coca Cola and a squeeze of lime. The creator Don Javier, famously stirs the cocktail with the knife he uses to cut the lime. In this version we are using a clean and crisp tequila blanco with a touch of Falernum for a summery/ tropical note. The Un Rum & Cola acts like a craft cola with lots of character that compliments the tequila. The citrus in the lime binds everything together. West Coast producers, Brovo and Greenbar, used in celebration of the real significance of Cinco de Mayo – an American celebration of Hispanic heritage originating in California. Un-Rum & Cola, to top • Salt, to rim glass • Lime, for garnish