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Michelada Aguachile
Summer 2023
New-fangled miches share a decidedly playful, maximalist vibe—a party in glass! This botanera borrows its flavours from a classic Mexican dish of shrimp and cucumber dressed in plenty of lime juice. Don’t be shy with the garnishes. If they threaten to topple your mug, you’re doing it right.
Makes 1 drink
Combine 1 tbsp (15 mL) kosher salt, 1 tbsp (15 mL) sugar, 1 tsp (5 mL) ground dried chipotle on a small plate; use this mixture to rim a frozen beer mug. Add 1/4 cup (60 mL) chopped cucumber, 2 tbsp (30 mL) chopped cilantro, 2 oz lime juice and a pinch of salt to the mug. Purée using an immersion blender. Stir in 1/4 oz jalapeño hot sauce. Fill glass two thirds full with ice. Using a chilled 355‑mL can or bottle of citrusy Belgian-style white beer or Mexican lager, top with a little beer and stir. Fill to the rim with more beer and garnish with cooked shrimp and slices of cucumber. Serve remaining beer alongside.
Makes 1 drink
