May 2, 2022

Three Delta-8 Cocktails To Celebrate Cinco de Mayo

On May 5, 1862, against immense odds, Mexican forces defeated the French Empire at the Battle of Puebla.

Since then, the commemoration of that victory, which held great symbolic importance, has been known as “Cinco de Mayo.”

Cinco de Mayo is not to be confused with Mexican Independence Day (September 16). In Mexico, the holiday is primarily celebrated in Puebla, with more widespread observances in the U.S. to celebrate Mexican-American culture.

To help you celebrate this year’s Cinco de Mayo, we put together this list of Mexican-inspired cocktails featuring Delta-8 Tinctures

Let’s begin!

Delta-8 Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita

Sweet, yet sour. Salty, yet refreshing. It’s impossible not to see why the Margarita is the most famous Mexican cocktail. If you’re looking for a Margarita with more spice, bright tropical sweetness, and bliss, this Delta-8 Pineapple Jalapeño Margarita is a must-try.

Ingredients

Berry Delta-8 Tincture (to preference)
2 tablespoons of sugar
1 tablespoon of ground black pepper
¾ ounce of triple sec
Pineapple chunk (cubed)
2 jalapeño rounds
1 ½ ounces tequila
½ ounce of lime juice
½ ounce pineapple juice
1 lime wedge
1 chunk of pineapple
Ice

Items Needed

Margarita glass (or preferred glass)
Dish
Shaker
Jigger
Cocktail strainer
Knife
Muddler

Steps

Use the dish to combine the black pepper and sugar.
Wet the rim of your glass using your lime.
Dip the glass into the container to coat it with sugar and pepper.
With the muddler and shaker, gently mash triple sec, pineapple, and jalapeño together.
Add lime juice, pineapple juice, tequila, and ice into the shaker.
Shake until chilled.
Strain the mixture over fresh ice in the margarita glass.
Garnish with a lime wedge, pineapple, and jalapeño.

Delta-8 Ranch Water

Technically from West Texas but most definitely margarita-inspired, Ranch Water is a simple, refreshing favorite of the Lone Star State. Featuring lime juice, tequila Blanco, and Mexican mineral water (you know which one we’re talking about), Ranch Water might be your favorite drink going into summer ‘22.

Ingredients

Mint Delta-8 Tincture (to preference)
3 ounces of tequila blanco
1 ½ lime juice
Ice
Slice of lime
Mineral water from Mexico

Items Needed

Highball glass (or preferred glass)
Knife
Jigger

Steps

Fill glass with ice.
Add tequila and lime juice.
Top with mineral water.
Garnish with lime.

Delta-8 Mexican Mojito

A Mexican-inspired take on a minty Cuban classic, the Mexican Mojito swaps out the soft yet sweet taste (by liquor standards) of rum with the earthy, citrusy, and even peppery notes of tequila. Nonetheless, it’s light, fresh, and another excellent option for warm days.

Ingredients

Mint Delta-8 Tincture (to preference)
4 mint sprigs
3 lime wedges
3 teaspoons of sugar
Ice cubes
1 ½ ounces of tequila blanco
2 ounces of seltzer
1 ounce of lemon-lime soda
Slice of lime

Items Needed

Shaker
Jigger
Muddler

Steps

With a muddle, gently mash 3 mint springs, lime, and sugar in a shaker.
Add tequila and ice to the shaker and shake vigorously.
Strain into a glass.
Top off with lemon-lime soda and soda water.
Slice a lime circle.
Garnish with a lime circle and 1 sprig of mint.

About Delta-8 and Alcohol

Delta-8 has its own set of effects, and so does alcohol. And now you’re combining them. So with that, there are a few extra things you want to consider.

Take It A Bit Easier On The Delta-8

If you haven’t tried Delta-8 tinctures yet, you might want to hold off on mixing them into cocktails. And if you do have a bit more experience, it’s a good idea to go a bit “lighter” than usual.

Delta-8 is a form of THC, and alcohol can enhance its absorption. Or in other words, the effects might be a bit stronger.

Expect An Onset Similar To Edibles

As always, it’s essential to enjoy any cocktails responsibly and in moderation. And the same applies to cocktails with Delta-8 in them.

So if you’ve just finished a cocktail and you’re wondering when the Delta-8 kicks in. Because the tincture has to travel through your digestive system, the onset of effects will be similar to edibles.

Happy Cinco de Mayo!

So that just about wraps up this blog post on three Mexican-inspired cocktails to enjoy for this Cinco de Mayo.

But remember, Cinco de Mayo isn’t all just about cocktails.

Take some time to learn about Mexican culture, support your local Mexican-American businesses and artists, take part in Cinco de Mayo events going on in your community, and of course, enjoy some good cuisine!

From all of us here at Hometown Hero, have a Happy Cinco de Mayo!