Tequila and Beer Cocktail

By Steve Kilcullen Jump to Recipe

Need some convincing that a spirit and some suds are a brilliant combination? Try the Tequila and Beer cocktail.

It’s one of those days, but in a good and impulsive way. You have no plans to leave your house, and why would you? The sun is out, the bees are buzzing in the yard, and it’s just hot enough to sit outside with a cold one, lazing the afternoon away. You had nothing going anyway, so why not?

You walk over to the fridge to poke around and see what you have. Some ice-cold beers are sitting there as you open the door, and they do look inviting. The idea of the bubbles and the cool, refreshing sensation as you take long, selfish sips definitely makes your mouth water, but there’s something missing, you feel.

Then your eye magnetically goes to the bottle of tequila on a nearby shelf, almost as if something willed it to happen. And then you know exactly what you’re in the mood for. You grab your shaker, popping some tequila, lime juice, triple sec and ice into it, then you go to town, pouring that into a pint glass over even more fresh cubes of frozen water.

Then your ale is cracked open, and you top off your Tequila and Beer concoction with it. You head outside, with a little music playing to keep you company, and some perfect downtime commences.

Enjoy.

What is the best tequila to use in a Tequila And Beer cocktail?

There are a few different ways you can prepare a Tequila and Beer, in regard to the spirit that you use. For a bright, more lager-forward flavor, a blanco tequila is a great choice. It’s unaged, with earthy and peppery agave notes that will blend and meld in a nice, balanced way with your favorite bottle or can of suds. A reposado tequila will be aged a bit, golden in color, and feature a more complex flavor, which will work if you prefer a little more bite with your beer.

What glassware and garnish are used?

You’ll need a highball or pint glass, depending on your mood, fill it with ice, pour your mixture in and top it off with beer. Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim. You can even salt said rim, if you like.

What is the best beer for the Tequila And Beer cocktail?

Whatever your favorite is, go with that. I prefer blonde ales, lagers and wheat ales when mixing up any beer cocktail for myself. Salty Crew has been my go-to this summer, and a nice, crisp Corona works beautifully, too.

Other beer cocktails worth trying

Sipping on a beer on its own is a great way to end the day, or while spending some time by the pool. But for a little extra relaxation, a beer cocktail is a fine way to reach that next level. If you’ve never had the pleasure, allow Twist & Toast to introduce a few tasty tipples you can try out at home tonight.

• Summer Beer – Speaking of hot days, here’s the perfect cooler for one.
• Beer Paloma – The classic cocktail gets the sudsy treatment in this refreshing drink.
• Shandy Beer – One of the best beer beverages you’ll ever have. Highly recommended.
• Michelada – Here’s a spicy and tangy take on your favorite cerveza.