Discover the most famous Mexican drinks, their recipes and how to prepare them at home

When you think of Mexican drinks , what comes to mind? Perhaps the vibrant colors, strong flavors, and warm energy this incredible country has to offer. Mexico is known not only for its rich culture and delicious cuisine, but also for the signature drinks that have conquered the world. Here at Quetzalli , we're inspired by these traditions—and of course, Mexican cocktails are a true celebration in liquid form.

In this post, you'll discover easy-to-make Mexican drink recipes , learn more about traditional ingredients like tequila and pulque, and understand how Quetzalli translates this essence into its natural ready-made drinks .

The Inspiration of Mexican Drinks at Quetzalli

From the beginning, Quetzalli was born with one purpose: to create something authentic, natural, and tropical. The idea for our ready-to-serve drinks came from this desire to simplify life without sacrificing flavor. And one of the biggest inspirations was the culture of classic Mexican drinks .

In Mexico, drinks are part of everyday celebrations. And the best part? Many of them are easy to make, with simple ingredients like lime, orange, salt, pepper, and of course, tequila . It was this combination of authenticity and practicality that led us to create tropical drinks with a Mexican soul .

Typical Mexican Drinks: Much More Than Tequila

It's impossible to talk about Mexican drinks without mentioning tequila , made from the agave plant and the base for drinks like the Margarita, Paloma, and Tequila Sunrise. But Mexican cocktails go beyond that: they include drinks like the Pulque (an ancient fermented drink), Michelada (made with beer), and variations with mezcal , another agave distillate.

Quetzalli combines this richness with Brazilian biodiversity. Our tequila- and tropical fruit-forward drinks , like passion fruit, bring this fusion to life in every sip.

6 Easy Mexican Drink Recipes to Make at Home

Below, you'll find traditional Mexican recipes that can be prepared with just a few ingredients and are perfect for livening up any gathering.

1. Classic Margarita – The Most Famous Mexican Drink

Ingredients:

• 50 ml of tequila

• 25 ml of Cointreau or Triple Sec

• 25 ml lemon juice

• Salt for the rim of the glass

• Ice

How to make Margarita:
Rim the glass with salt, shake the ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice, and serve. Refreshing, citrusy, and iconic.

2. Paloma – Refreshing Mexican Drink with Grapefruit

Ingredients:

• 50 ml of tequila

• Juice of half a lemon

• Grapefruit soda

• Ice

• Salt (optional)

How to make Paloma:
Serve all ingredients over ice in a tall glass. This is a milder option than the Margarita, which is very popular in Mexico.

3. Michelada – Mexican Style Chili Beer

Ingredients:

• Lager beer

• Lemon juice

• Worcestershire sauce

• Hot sauce

• Salt and pepper on the rim

• Ice

Preparation method:
Mix the ingredients directly in the glass and top with beer. A classic among Mexican beer drinks .

4. Tequila Sunrise – Colorful Drink with Orange Juice

Ingredients:

• 50 ml of tequila

• 100 ml orange juice

• 10 ml of grenadine

• Ice

How to make Tequila Sunrise:
Pour directly into the glass and add the grenadine last for the “sunrise” effect.

5. Pulque – Traditional Mexican Agave Drink

Ingredients:

• Natural pulque (pure or cured)

• Fruits (such as pineapple or strawberries) – optional

• Honey or brown sugar – optional

What is Pulque?
It's a fermented agave beverage consumed since pre-Columbian times. It has a dense texture and a smooth, acidic flavor. Serve chilled. It's not exactly a drink, but I thought it would be interesting to include as a curiosity.

6. Quetzalli Tonic – Ready-to-drink drink with Mexican and Brazilian flavors

Ingredients:

• 100 ml of Quetzalli with tequila and passion fruit

• 50 ml of tonic water

• Ice and squeezed lemon

Preparation method:
Mix everything in a glass and serve. A convenient way to have a Mexican drink with natural fruits , straight from the bottle to your glass.

Why Does Tequila Go Well with Tropical Fruits?

Tequila has herbal and earthy notes that contrast beautifully with fruits like passion fruit, lime, pineapple, or cashew. Quetzalli uses this harmony to create handcrafted ready-to-drink drinks with a summery feel and natural flavor.

Instead of artificial blends, we use real Brazilian fruits – like passion fruit, with its intense acidity, or cambuci, a native fruit at risk of extinction.

Mexican Drinks: Much More Than Alcohol Content

Beyond their flavors, Mexican drinks carry cultural significance. They're part of celebrations, meals, and family moments. And this same idea inspires everything we do at Quetzalli.

Our goal is for each drink to be more than just a drink: an experience of flavor, culture, and lightness. Drink better, with less. Consciously and with pleasure.

Mexican Drinks for Entertaining Friends (or Celebrating Alone)

Want to impress? These Mexican drink recipes are perfect for dinners, parties, get-togethers, or that end-of-day self-care moment.

And if you want something more practical, Quetzalli's line of ready-to-drink drinks delivers this experience straight from the bottle: just open, serve with ice and toast.