The Perfect Way To Drink Corona Beer

There are many ways to drink Corona beer, a pale lager made by Cerveceria Modelo in Mexico and sold in over 150 countries. It is often served with a lime or lemon wedge, but there are also several mixed drinks that can be made with Corona as a base. One popular example is the Mexican Bulldog Margarita, which involves blending tequila, margarita mix, and ice, then pouring the mixture into a glass with an upside-down bottle of Corona in it. Another is the Red Corona, which is made by adding vodka, grenadine syrup, and lime to a bottle of Corona. A third option is the Coronarita, which involves placing an overturned bottle of Corona into a margarita.

How to Drink Corona Beer

Cooling methods

The first step to drinking a Corona is cooling it. You can place the beer in the freezer, fridge, or cooler. The time this takes will depend on the initial temperature of the beer and the cooling method. It could take anywhere from 30 minutes to a few hours. Be careful not to leave the beer in the freezer for more than 30 minutes, as it may explode.

Using a cooler with ice water is the fastest method to cool a Corona (it transfers heat more quickly). With this method, allow the ice to settle inside the cooler for an hour or longer. Once the ice has melted a little, place the beers inside the cooler.

If you're cooling your Corona in the freezer, don't leave it unchecked for more than 30 minutes to avoid a messy explosion.

Adding salt and lime

Adding lime and salt to a Corona is a classic combination that can elevate your drinking experience. Here is a step-by-step guide on how to do it:

Prepare Your Ingredients:

Before you begin, gather all the necessary ingredients: a bottle of Corona beer, a lime, and some coarse salt. It is recommended to chill the Corona beforehand, as a cold beer will be more refreshing, especially on a hot day. Place the bottle in the refrigerator for a few hours or in the freezer for a quicker chill.

Prepare Your Lime and Salt:

While your beer is chilling, cut the lime into wedges or slices. Take a small plate and pour a layer of coarse salt onto it. Coarse salt will adhere better to the rim of the bottle than fine salt.

Rim the Bottle with Salt:

Once your beer is chilled, take a lime wedge and run it around the rim of the bottle to moisten it. Then, invert the bottle and dip the moistened rim into the salt, coating it evenly. This step adds a savoury kick to each sip of your beer.

Add Lime to Your Corona:

After rimming the bottle with salt, squeeze a wedge of lime into the neck of the bottle. You can also drop the squeezed lime wedge into the bottle for an extra burst of citrus flavour. The lime complements the beer's crispness, adding a refreshing and tangy note.

Now that your Corona is prepared with lime and salt, you can sit back, relax, and savour the flavours. Remember to drink responsibly and enjoy your perfectly garnished Corona!

Red Corona

Ingredients:

• 1 bottle of Corona beer
• 1 shot of vodka
• 1 teaspoon of grenadine syrup
• 1 slice of lime

Method:

• Start by cooling the Corona beer. Place it in the freezer for about 30 minutes, or in a fridge or cooler if you don't want it to get too cold.
• Once the beer is cooled, open the bottle of Corona using a bottle opener.
• Add 1 shot of vodka and 1 teaspoon of grenadine syrup to the bottle.
• Squeeze a slice of lime into the bottle and then drop it in.
• Cover the opening of the bottle with your thumb and slowly turn it upside down a few times to mix the ingredients. Be careful not to shake or turn the bottle too quickly, as this will cause the beer to release carbonation and explode.
• Enjoy your Red Corona! Remember to drink responsibly.

The Red Corona is a delicious and refreshing cocktail that is perfect for those who enjoy the taste of Corona beer but want something a little different. It is important to remember to drink responsibly and not to consume alcohol if you are under the legal drinking age.

Mexican Bulldog Margarita

The Mexican Bulldog Margarita is a fun twist on the classic margarita, perfect for a hot summer's day. It combines a refreshing, cold beer with a citrusy, tequila-based cocktail.

Ingredients:

• 1 oz of tequila
• 7-10 oz of margarita mix (or 37.5 mL of fresh lime juice, 22.5 mL of Triple Sec, and ¾ oz of Cointreau)
• 8-10 ice cubes
• 1 bottle of Corona or other Mexican beer
• Lime wedge, for garnish
• Salt, for rim (optional)

Method:

• If you want a salt rim, pour some salt into a shallow bowl. Take a lime wedge and swipe it around the outer rim of your glass. Then, swivel the glass upside down in the salt until the rim is covered.
• Add the tequila, margarita mix, and ice cubes to a blender. You can also add the Triple Sec, Cointreau, and lime juice if you prefer a more complex, fresh flavour.
• Blend until smooth and pour the mixture into a large glass, such as a Boston or pint glass.
• Holding your thumb over the opening of the bottle of beer, quickly overturn the bottle into the glass, removing your thumb just before submerging it into the margarita.
• Garnish with a lime wedge.
• Enjoy with a straw, ideally with a friend!

A few things to keep in mind: ensure your beer is well-chilled before starting, and be careful not to turn the beer bottle upside down too quickly, as it may cause the beer to explode. Additionally, check that your glass is large enough to support the bottle without tipping over; if not, opt for a smaller Coronita beer bottle.

Coronaritas

A Coronarita is a fun and refreshing cocktail that combines a Corona beer with a margarita. It's a great choice for celebrations like Cinco de Mayo or Taco Tuesday, and it's sure to be a conversation starter at your next gathering. Here's how you can make this unique drink at home.

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 ounces silver tequila
• 3/4 ounce triple sec or Cointreau
• 3 ounces lime sour mix or lime juice
• 1 (12-ounce) bottle of Corona, chilled (or any other Mexican beer)
• Ice cubes
• Salt for the glass rim (optional)
• Lime wedge for garnish (optional)

Instructions

Start by preparing your glass. If you'd like a salted rim, pour some salt onto a small plate. Take a lime wedge and run it along the rim of your glass, then dip the rim into the salt. You can also add a sugar or salt rim using a 3-tier margarita glass rimmer for a mess-free experience.

Next, make your margarita. In a cocktail shaker, combine the tequila, triple sec or Cointreau, lime sour mix or lime juice, and ice cubes. Shake well for about 30 seconds. If you prefer a frozen margarita, you can blend the ingredients instead.

Pour the margarita into a wide-rimmed margarita glass or a schooner glass filled with ice. Now, the fun part: quickly open your bottle of Corona and flip it upside down, placing it into the glass. The pressure created by submerging the mouth of the bottle will keep the beer from spilling out, creating an eye-catching presentation.

Garnish your Coronarita with a lime wedge, if desired, and enjoy! It's best to drink Coronaritas through a straw to avoid spills and to ensure the beer mixes with the margarita as you sip.

Feel free to experiment with different types of Mexican beer and adjust the sweetness to your taste. For example, you can add agave syrup to your margarita for a touch of extra sweetness. Cheers!

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