The Best Mexican Drinks for Any Party

These boozy Mexican Drinks are refreshing, delicious, and easy to make at home — whether it’s just for one or a batch recipe for guests. Here are our top 10 Mexican cocktails for any party, not just a Cinco de Mayo celebration!

Mexican Drinks

A Cinco de Mayo party is the perfect time to put on your sombrero or dancing shoes and FIESTA! 

Since we already shared our favorite Mexican party food, it’s time to kick things up a notch with our best Mexican cocktails!

If you only make one Mexican cocktail recipe, make a margarita! They can be made in SO many different flavors — there’s sure to be a favorite for every guest at the party.

And if you really want to relive your college days, make a tray of beachy rumchata pudding shots!

What You’ll Need to Make a Mexican Cocktail

Clean off your stemware and grab a few classic bar tools so you’re ready to play bartender!

The most used glasses for Mexican cocktail drinks are margarita glasses (perfect for sipping) and hurricane glasses (be sure to add a straw).

A jigger guarantees accurate measurements, while a cocktail shaker or bar spoon will ensure every ingredient is thoroughly mixed.

But, who are we kidding? Your blender is the true hero for frozen Mexican drinks, blending ice to a perfectly slushie consistency.

Finally, Mexican cocktails are all about the garnishes — a salted rim, a slice of citrus, and even some fresh fruit! Have a cutting board and knife handy as well.

Classic Mexican Cocktail Drinks

We all have our favorites, but there are a few Mexican drinks that stand apart from the rest.

Find tips for making batch drinks if you’re hosting a large group, plus how to make Mexican cocktail recipes family-friendly without the alcohol!

This Frozen Margarita Recipe is the best one you’ll find, made with Jose Cuervo Gold and fresh lime juice. You’ll also learn how to make simple syrup at home so you’ll never have to worry about running out. Margaritaville, here we come!

Piña Coladas are the ultimate beachy Mexican cocktails, with a smooth, creamy texture and plenty of pineapple coconut flavor. Our recipe includes no added sweeteners — just 3 simple ingredients and plenty of ice!

Ok, so a Jalapeño Margarita maybe isn’t too common, but it’s my personal favorite! Spicy jalapeno and lemony sweet flavor in a cooling frozen cocktail with a salted rim… YUM!! Gotta love a spicy marg!

Best Mexican Cocktails with Rum

Did you know that tequila isn’t the only Mexican cocktail option? Keep your bar well stocked with white rum so you can whip up these tasty drinks!

Make this sweet Strawberry Daiquiri recipe with a handful of ingredients and turn any casual gathering into a true party! There are so many ways to customize the flavor and make it your own too.

A Lava Flow combines two favorites — the pina colada and daiquiri — into one scrumptious sip! Add a wedge of pineapple and a colorful cocktail umbrella and get ready to kick up your feet. I can hear the waves calling now!

This Strawberry Mojito is full of tantalizing flavors — fresh summer berries, tart lime juice, and cool mint leaves. You’ll want to have a pitcher waiting so you can keep your glass full at all times!

Easy Tequila Mexican Cocktails

Of course, we had to include some more margarita flavors… but that’s not the only way to enjoy smooth, sweet, and fruity tequila! Check out some blender-free recipes when you’re craving easy, breezy Mexican cocktail drinks.

The Tequila Sunrise is one of our favorite Mexican drinks. It’s a bold, fruity cocktail with a super refreshing citrus flavor — and you only need 3 ingredients to make it! The color gradient makes it extra impressive, whether in a tall glass or tiny jello shot cups.

This Peach Margarita is like a freshly picked summer peach transformed into a fabulous frozen cocktail. I’ve made this recipe extra easy so you can use fresh, frozen, or canned fruit. Thank me later!

The El Dorado Cocktail is an amazing blend of Cuervo Gold, fresh lemon juice, and honey. The sweet agave and vanilla notes will dance over your tastebuds as you dance over the floor. One of the easiest recipes for Mexican drinks!

My Strawberry Lime Margarita may be simple to make, but there’s nothing simple about how it tastes! Sweet and tart flavors combine into a delightful frozen cocktail that will have you craving more.

So, there you have it — some of our very best Mexican cocktails to help you fiesta in style! Let us know what you think in the comments down below.

Enjoy!
With love, from our simple kitchen to yours.

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This collection of Mexican cocktails, first published in April 2013, was updated and republished April 2024.

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