BOOZE THE HOT BAR

BLOODY MARIA: A spicy twist on the classic Bloody Mary combines tomato juice, two brands of hot sauce, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, celery salt, and black pepper. It gains an additional kick from a hefty dose of horseradish. To top it off, use tried-and-true Bloody Mary garnishes and double up the jalapeno!

MICHELADA: The Michelada is the godfather of savory beer cocktails. And, like the Bloody Mary, it will help your hangover, but in a gentler way. It’s simple to make: take your favorite lager and add salt, lime juice, and hot sauce; additional spices are optional, but more flavor will make it even more popular.

SPICY MARGARITA: It’s the perfect sweet, spicy, and sour beverage that is complex on the palate and refreshing to drink! Blanco tequila is poured with equal shots of orange liqueur and agave syrup for sweetness, fresh lime juice provides some balance, and lastly the jalapeño peppers for added heat. A few pepper slices get tossed into the mixing tins, and you’ve got the hot new drink in town!

Mike Fernandez is a freelance contributor on all things regarding food, booze, and fun. Growing up in his family’s restaurant business fueled his passion for good eats and tasty treats. By day Mike works in business development for IBI, by night he scours south Florida for the latest trends in food, drinks, and recreation.

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