This Cinco de Mayo don’t settle for the same old margarita. Instead, spice up your drink of choice and consider margarita alternatives from Hornitos Tequila for this year’s celebration. Whether you’re looking to enjoy tequila neat, on the rocks or in a delicious cocktail like a Paloma or the Mexican Mint Julep, Hornitos offers a premium selection of tequilas that are perfect for embracing the spirit of Cinco de Mayo.

Watermelon Paloma

• ·         2 parts Hornitos Plata Tequila
• ·         1 part watermelon juice
• ·         ¾ part agave syrup
• ·         ¾ part fresh lime juice
• ·         1 part seltzer
• ·         Handful cilantro
• ·         Paprika sea salt (for garnish)
• ·         Watermelon wedge (for garish)

Preparation: Add all ingredients except seltzer into a mixing glass and shake vigorously. Add seltzer and double strain into a Collins glass with fresh ice. Garnish with a cilantro sprig, watermelon wedge and rim the glass with paprika sea salt.

Mexican Mint Julep

• ·         1 ¼ parts Hornitos® Black Barrel® Tequila
• ·         ½ part fresh lime juice
• ·         ¾ part simple syrup
• ·         Fresh mint leaves

Preparation: Lightly muddle mint leaves in a shaker, add ice and combine remainder of ingredients. Shake vigorously and strain into a rocks glass over fresh ice. Garnish with a sprig of mint leaves and serve.

Hornitos Paloma

• ·         2 Parts Hornitos Plata Tequila
• ·         ½ part fresh lime juice
• ·         2 parts grapefruit juice
• ·         Tonic

Preparation: Combine all ingredients except tonic in a shaker with ice and shake vigorously. Strain into a Collins glass over fresh ice and top with tonic.