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
Allergen information: may contain fish, gluten, soy, and sulphites. Always check ingredient packaging if you have an allergy.
Mise en place
Ingredients
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
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
Take one half of the lime and rub it around the rim of a tall glass.
- 3
Dip the moistened rim of the glass into the salt and chili powder mixture, rotating to coat evenly.
- 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
Fill the glass with ice.
- 6
Pour in the chilled lager, stirring gently to combine the ingredients.
Cook’s note: Stir slowly to avoid excessive foam.
- 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
Micheladas are best enjoyed immediately after preparation.
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