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Classic Michelada

This refreshing Michelada recipe combines beer with a savory and spicy mix of lime, hot sauce, and seasonings. It's a perfect zesty drink for a warm day, offering a unique blend of flavors.

An original recipe by Forkin

Total time
5 min
Serves
1
Difficulty
Easy
Per serving
228 kcal
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Allergen information: may contain fish, gluten, soy, and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.

Classic Michelada

Mise en place

Ingredients

Measurements

Converted for display; the recipe amounts stay equivalent.

Ingredients

  • 1 pcslime, halved
  • 30 mllime juice, freshly squeezed
  • 1 tspWorcestershire sauce
  • 1 tspsoy sauce
  • 0.5 tsphot sauce
  • 1 pinchblack pepper, freshly ground
  • 355 mllager, chilled
  • 0.5 cupice

rim

  • 2 tbspsalt
  • 1 tbspchili powder

Equipment

small plate · tall glass

The method

Step by step

  1. 1

    Combine the salt and chili powder on a small plate.

    Cook’s note: Ensure the plate is wide enough for the rim of your glass.

  2. 2

    Take one half of the lime and rub it around the rim of a tall glass.

  3. 3

    Dip the moistened rim of the glass into the salt and chili powder mixture, rotating to coat evenly.

  4. 4

    Add the lime juice, Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, hot sauce, and black pepper to the bottom of the prepared glass.

    Cook’s note: Adjust the hot sauce to your preferred level of spice.

  5. 5

    Fill the glass with ice.

  6. 6

    Pour in the chilled lager, stirring gently to combine the ingredients.

    Cook’s note: Stir slowly to avoid excessive foam.

  7. 7

    Garnish with the remaining lime half.

    Cook’s note: A small slice of lime on the rim makes for an attractive presentation.

Per serving

Nutrition

Calories
227.5kcal
Protein
3.9g
Carbs
30.9g
Fat
2.3g
Fibre
6.4g
Sugar
2.8g

Estimated from the recipe’s ingredient quantities. Values can vary with brands and substitutions.

Keep it good

Storage

Micheladas are best enjoyed immediately after preparation.

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