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    The Best Sangrita Recipe

    10/04/2011 by Dora S. 7 Comments

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    I love tequila!! I really do, and I hate the negative reputation is has in this country. I've been drinking tequila since I was 15 yrs old, with adult supervision of course. My parents decided it was best to teach me how to drink tequila properly, before I turned 18 and went out into the world. I never got drunk off of it, at least not until college, which I totally blame on you eager American college kids. I'll spare you the drunk college stories for fear of embarrassing myself and others involved. Needless to say, I almost gave up tequila. Thankfully my mom started sending me bottles of sangrita to chase my tequila with, which reminded me that tequila, good tequila, is meant to be sipped and enjoyed. The best sangrita is the best tequila chaser you'll find. It is a combination of hot chiles, orange juice, onion, tomato juice, and just a touch of sugar. You can buy it pre-made, I recommend Viuda de Sanchez, or you can make it yourself.

    Tequila shooter set

    Now, let me introduce you to the many wonderful ways in which Mexicans drink their tequila. First there's the "bandera" or flag, it consists of 3 shots, one of lime juice, one of tequila, and one of the best sangrita. It is meant to be sipped but can also be shot. It's called a flag because of the colors reflect those of the Mexican flag: green, white, and red. The shot glasses are not your regular shot glasses either. They are known as "caballitos" or little horses. If you would like to know why, you can visit the Mexican Academy of Tequila for some interesting facts. All you really need to know is that while a regular shot glass fits one fluid ounce of liquor, the "caballito" fits one and a half. Another way to drink tequila is with lime and salt, lick the space between your thumb and your forefinger, add some salt, lick salt, take shot, and suck on a lime. Please don't call it training wheels, it drives me crazy, yes it's supposed to lessen the harshness of the alcohol, but tequila shouldn't be harsh. Surprised? This leads me to the final way of drinking tequila, which is, served in a snifter and sipped.

    The best sangrita recipe is spicy, sweet, and savory. It is the best chaser to any tequila. A vegan recipe.

    All of these ways of drinking tequila would be greatly improved if you invest in a good tequila. Try Corralejo or Don Julio Blanco for margaritas, the "bandera", and the salt-shot-lime version, or for any other mixed drink. Don Julio (my lover), also comes in Reposado, Anejo, and 1942. Don Julio 1942 is for sipping, and while quite expensive you should definitely try it t least once. If you're looking for a surprisingly smooth tequila try Clase Azul, plus it comes in a really unique bottle. I hope this helps and maybe persuades you to try tequila one more time before vowing never to touch it again.

    The Recipe: The Best Sangrita Recipe

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    Sangrita

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    Cook Time15 mins
    Total Time15 mins
    Servings: 1 quart
    Calories: 288kcal
    Author: Dora S.

    Ingredients

    • 2 cups Tomato juice
    • 1 1/2 cups Orange juice, fresh
    • 1/2 cup Lime juice, fresh
    • 2 tsp, Onion white, large, minced
    • 1 tsp. Worcestershire Sauce, vegan
    • 4 tsp. Valentina, Mexican hot sauce
    US Customary - Metric

    Instructions

    • In a large bowl, combine all ingredients, whisk them together, and season.
    • Refrigerate.

    Notes

    Serve cold. The quality of the sangrita depends on the quality of the tomato juice, so get a good one.

    Nutrition

    Calories: 288kcal | Carbohydrates: 71g | Protein: 7g | Fat: 1g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 708mg | Potassium: 2038mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 52g | Vitamin A: 2992IU | Vitamin C: 311mg | Calcium: 106mg | Iron: 3mg
    Tried this recipe?Mention @dorastable or tag #mexicangonevegan!

    Although dorastable.com attempts to provide accurate nutritional information, these figures should be considered estimates.

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    Comments

    1. tanyamurchie

      January 31, 2013 at 6:30 pm

      You are a woman after my own heart! My husband and I moved to Mexico (from Canada) 5 months ago. I have always loved tequila but now living in Tequisquiapan, my love has improved. My first "Banderra" was in Queretaro and secondly in D.F.. Both very good, with homemade sangrita. However I also prefer a good quality tequila that will stand on it's own! Salud

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      • DStone

        February 01, 2013 at 12:28 am

        Thanks Tanya. You're going to love Mexico. Stay safe

        Reply
    2. Follow The Eaten Path

      May 05, 2014 at 10:30 pm

      Hey! This is a really good story on Tequila. Loved the trivia, and it's good to see that you and I share similar patriotic pride and food enthusiasm, so what if it's not for the same country :)

      Reply
      • Dora S.

        May 09, 2014 at 10:11 am

        Thanks for stopping by!

        Reply
    3. Carol Taylor

      December 09, 2014 at 1:14 am

      Loving Tequila and generally drinking as Margaritas which I love with a passion.Your recipe for Sangrita is definately on my list for xmas of course after I have taste tested. Happy Christmas.

      Reply
      • Dora S.

        December 17, 2014 at 4:58 pm

        Hope you like it!

        Reply

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