Enjoy spring with this straightforward Coronarita recipe! Tequila, lime juice, Corona beer, and a salted rim combine to create an energizing cocktail.
Prep time: 1 minute
Mixing time: 1 minute
Servings: 1
Calories: 317
Ingredients
- 1½ oz Tequila
- 1 oz fresh lime juice
- ½ oz Triple Sec
- ¼ oz agave syrup
- 1 bottle cold Corona beer - 12 oz / 360 ml
- Lime wedge - for garnish, optional
- Salt - for rimming the glass, optional
Equipment
- Large Margarita Glass / Large Highball Glass
- Measuring Jigger
- Bar spoon or long stirrer
- Straw
Instructions
- Rim Glass: If you like a salted rim, run a lime wedge around the edge of your glass and dip it into salt.
- Add Agave Syrup: Pour ¼ oz agave syrup into the glass.
- Add Lime Juice: Pour 1 oz fresh lime juice into the glass. Stir well to dissolve and blend the agave syrup.
- Add Ice: Fill your glass with a generous amount of ice cubes.
- Add Triple Sec: Measure and pour ½ oz Triple Sec into the glass.
- Add Tequila: Pour 1½ oz Tequila into the glass.
- Stir: Using a bar spoon or long stirrer, stir well so all the ingredients are well combined.
- Top with Corona: Open 1 bottle cold Corona beer and invert it into the glass.
- Garnish: Add a lime wedge to the rim of the glass for garnish.
- Serve: Add a straw to the glass and serve immediately.
Notes
Substitutes:
- Tequila: If you're out of Tequila, use mezcal for a smokier flavor profile.
- Triple Sec: You can use any kind of orange liqueur (Triple Sec, Grand Marnier, Cointreau, curaçao…) for this recipe. If you don’t have any on hand, you can use agave syrup instead. Agave syrup has a strong sweetening power, so start with ¼ and adjust to taste.
- Agave syrup: if you don’t have agave syrup on hand, you can simply replace it with extra Triple Sec or orange liqueur (¾ ounce in total).
- Corona Beer: Any light beer can work here if you don't have Corona. I've used Modelo and Pacifico with excellent results.
Making a Pitcher of Coronarita:
- Scale: To make a pitcher that serves 8, multiply all the ingredients by 8. That would be 12 oz of Tequila, 8 oz of fresh lime juice, 4 ounces of triple sec, 2 ounces of agave syrup, and 8 Corona beers.
- Mix: In a large pitcher, combine the agave syrup and fresh lime juice. Stir well. Add ice and pour the Tequila and triple sec. Stir well.
- Serve: Pour the mixture into individual salt-rimmed margarita glasses or large highball glasses, slowly invert a Corona beer into each glass, garnish with a lime wedge, and serve immediately.
Making it Non-Alcoholic:
- Tequila Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic tequila substitute; several brands are available that mimic Tequila's flavor quite well. Otherwise, you can use fresh orange juice as a substitute. You can also try making your own substitute by mixing together water, a pinch of smoked salt, a splash of tonic and a bit of agave syrup (to taste).
- Triple Sec Substitute: Opt for a non-alcoholic orange liqueur or a simple syrup infused with orange peel. You can also use a little extra agave syrup as a substitute.
- Corona Substitute: Use a non-alcoholic beer in place of the Corona.
- Proceed As Usual: Use these non-alcoholic substitutes instead of the regular ingredients, follow the original steps, and enjoy a non-alcoholic Coronarita.
Making it Vegan:
The Coronarita cocktail is naturally vegan as it doesn't contain any animal products. Most spirits, including tequila, are vegan-friendly, and so is Corona. However, some brands, both for spirits and beer, may use animal products in their production process (especially if a filtration process is involved). Always check the brand's website or contact them directly to ensure their products are vegan.What is a Coronarita?
A Coronarita is a tequila-based cocktail made of lime juice, triple sec, Tequila, and a Corona beer. This drink combines the refreshing flavors of a classic margarita with the crispness of Corona beer.
Making this cocktail is extremely easy as all the ingredients are simply mixed directly into the glass.
The Coronarita is a variant of the traditional Margarita that adds an extra layer of flavor and complexity by adding beer.
One exciting aspect about this drink is how it’s served: Typically, you’ll find an upside-down bottle of Corona submerged into your glass with mixed cocktails. As you sip on your margaritas, more beer slowly empties into your glass, maintaining a consistent mix throughout the drinking experience.
What is a Coronarita made of – The ingredients
To put together a Coronarita, here’s what you’ll need:
- Tequila: This Mexican spirit forms the base of the Coronarita, providing a robust and distinctive flavor.
- Triple Sec: An orange-flavored liqueur that adds a sweet citrus note to balance the Tequila.
- Lime Juice: Freshly squeezed lime juice gives the Coronarita its tartness and refreshing quality.
- Agave Syrup: This syrup sweetens the cocktail, counteracting the sourness of the lime juice, and pairs particularly well with tequila.
- Corona Beer: A light Mexican beer that is upturned into the Margarita. It slowly mixes with the other ingredients as you drink, adding a fizzy texture and malty flavor. Make sure to refrigerate it before making the cocktail.
- Ice Cubes: Used to chill the drink without diluting it too much. They also add a pleasing aesthetic to the cocktail.
- Salt: Applied to the rim of the glass, it enhances flavors and adds a savory touch to each sip.
- Lime Wedge: Used as a garnish, it adds an extra splash of color and allows drinkers to adjust their drink’s acidity to taste.
