Cinco de Mayo is celebrated in Mexico in observance when Mexican troops in the state of Puebla were victorious over a larger French army in 1862. In the United States the fifth of May is a day to celebrate all things Mexican. A large part of the celebration in the US means consuming plenty of Mexican beer and tequila. Most of the tequila consumed is inexpensive shots chased by beer. In Mexico they have a more refined way to drink their national spirit.  Tequila lovers’ pair their shot of tequila with a shot of sangrita (little blood) a non-alcoholic drink … Continue reading How to drink Tequila, Cinco de Mayo and beyond