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Mexicola

Mexicola is an alcoholic cocktail built on Blanco Tequila. It leans citrus and agave. Built and served in a Collins Glass. Expect about 21.3% ABV and roughly 151 kcal (estimated per recipe).

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Cocktailalcoholic21.3% ABV2 ingredients

At a Glance

151 kcalCalories
21.3%ABV
1gSugar
5gCarbs
1.42Std Drinks

Estimated from parsed ingredients and typical ingredient nutrition.

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How hard is it to make?

Moderatestirred drink

Why: 2 ingredients, stirred drink, requires bar spoon

Estimated from the ingredient count and technique.

Ingredients

How to Make It

  1. Pour tequila and lime juice into ice-filled Collins glass.Pour
  2. Fill with cola and stir.Stirred

How to Serve

Glass
Collins Glass
Temperature
Chilled
Ice
Ice
Method
Stirred
Served Chilled

Taste profile

Primary flavours

CitrusAgave

Supporting notes

EarthyPepperyTart

Flavor tags are derived from ingredient-level flavor mappings.

Estimated sensory profile

StrengthLight – Strong
BodyLight – Full
SweetnessDry – Sweet
AcidityFlat – Crisp
FruitinessEarthy – Fruity
BoldnessDelicate – Bold
  • Dry finish
  • Bright and citrusy

What do these dimensions mean?

When to serve

  • SummerSuggested from its citrus notes.
  • Taco NightSuggested from its agave and peppery notes, pairing with mexican food and tacos.

Occasion tags are inferred from drink style, serving format, flavour profile, food-pairing theme, recipe metadata, strict multi-signal supplemental rules, and cached for public page performance.

Food pairings

TacosMexican FoodSpicy Food

Food pairings are derived from the drink flavour signature, mapped to one dominant pairing theme, then limited to coherent public suggestions.

Diet & lifestyle

Compatible, based on the listed ingredients

Gluten-FreeVeganVegetarian

Not compatible

KetoLow-CarbLow-Sugar

Diet tags are ingredient-level and nutrition-estimate based. Product brands, preparation methods, quantities, and substitutions may change compatibility.

Alternatives to try

Choose an ingredient to see reviewed substitutions, or filter for a different preference.

Reviewed ingredient substitutions

Blanco Tequila2.0 oz

Reposado TequilaWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Use the same amount; taste before changing sweetener or citrus.
What changes
Reposado tequila can replace blanco tequila when a rounder, lightly oaked variation is acceptable.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible
MezcalWorks, but changes the drink
How much to use
Use the same amount; reduce other smoky or bitter ingredients if the drink becomes too intense.
What changes
Mezcal can replace blanco tequila when a smokier, earthier agave profile is welcome.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Fresh Lime Juice2.0 oz

Lemon JuiceWorks, with a noticeable change
How much to use
Start with the same amount, then adjust sweetness if needed.
What changes
Lemon juice can usually replace lime juice, but the drink becomes less tropical and more lemon-forward.
Vegan-compatibleVegetarian-compatibleGluten-free-compatible

Reviewed component substitutions are not guarantees that the replacement was tested in this exact recipe. Follow the reviewed adjustment note and taste before serving.

Preference filters use current ingredient, nutrition and diet evidence. They are not medical advice, and this database contract does not store user selections.

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Frequently asked questions

What is a Mexicola?
The Mexicola is a cocktail made with 2 ingredients, traditionally served in a Collins Glass. It has an ABV of approximately 21.3%. A standard serving contains approximately 151 calories.
What does a Mexicola taste like?
Mexicola has a flavour profile featuring Citrus, Agave, Earthy, Peppery. The exact taste varies depending on the brands and measures used.
What food goes well with a Mexicola?
Mexicola pairs well with Tacos, Mexican Food, Spicy Food. The pairing is based on complementary flavour profiles from the recipe's ingredients.
How strong is a Mexicola?
The Mexicola has an ABV of approximately 21.3%. That's approximately 1.42 US standard drinks. This recipe is estimated to contain 151 kcal, 1.0g sugar, 5.0g carbs. Strength varies depending on the exact measures and ingredients used.
When is a Mexicola typically served?
Mexicola is often suggested for Summer, Taco Night, based on its flavour profile and typical serve.
What drinks are similar to a Mexicola?
If you enjoy Mexicola, the "similar flavour profile" suggestions on this page point to cocktails that share its flavour character. Drinks with a matching spirit base and comparable body and acidity feel closest.
Can I make a Mexicola at home?
Yes. The Mexicola uses 2 ingredients, making it easy to prepare at home. You will need a Collins Glass. Use quality spirits and fresh ingredients for the best result.
What do the sensory profile dimensions mean?
Sensory profile dimensions describe key flavour characteristics: Body (light to full), Dryness (sweet to bone dry), Acidity (flat to crisp), Fruitiness (subtle to prominent) and Boldness (delicate to bold). Each scale helps you compare cocktails at a glance and find ones with similar character.
How do I use sensory profiles to find cocktails I like?
Compare the Body, Acidity and Fruitiness of Mexicola with other cocktails. If you enjoy this drink, look for others with a similar profile. Adjust one dimension at a time to discover new favourites while staying in your flavour comfort zone.