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CommentsSabor on the Rocks
Jesus Adrian Ledezma
Agwa
The Bolivian coca leaf flavor has arrived to Arizona in the form of Agwa. In its authorized version for U.S. distribution, Agwa contains around 40 grams of coca leaf flavor, guarana and ginseng. Agwa etiquette calls for the Bolivian kiss ritual: you’ll need a shot glass of Agwa, two lime wedges and a partner to kiss! You figure out the rest…Although Agwa is hard to find throughout the Valley, there are some places that serve it in fancy cocktails.
Where:
Los Sombreros
2534 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale
2534 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale
Jays Cocktails Lounge
3208 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix
3208 W. Indian School Road, Phoenix
Caipirinha
We don’t have a carnaval every year, or a paradisiacal beach like Rio, but we do get to enjoy some of Brazil’s folklore, such as its scrumptious national drink. The Caipirinha, which is made with Cachaça, sugar and lime, was one of Brazil’s best-kept secrets, but today it’s very popular in America and Europe. We suggest some places in the Valley where you can find this delicious drink. ¡Aprecie!
Where:
Fogo e Brasa
4909 E Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix
Rio Sabor
10425 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale
4909 E Chandler Boulevard, Phoenix
Rio Sabor
10425 N. Scottsdale Road, Scottsdale
Sangría
You don’t have to be a vampire to enjoy this blood-red drink that combines fresh fruit of the season and wine. Sangría originated in the Southern Iberian Peninsula and takes its name from the Spanish word “sangre,” or blood. Disfrute una sangría and refresh your warm summer days. ¡Olé!
You don’t have to be a vampire to enjoy this blood-red drink that combines fresh fruit of the season and wine. Sangría originated in the Southern Iberian Peninsula and takes its name from the Spanish word “sangre,” or blood. Disfrute una sangría and refresh your warm summer days. ¡Olé!
Where:
Lola Tapas
800 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix
Mucho Gusto
603 W. University Drive, Tempe
800 E. Camelback Road, Phoenix
Mucho Gusto
603 W. University Drive, Tempe
Pisco Sour
For years Chile and Peru have claimed ownership of this strong beverage and we don’t know how long it might take for these nations to solve the controversy. In the meantime, enjoy this traditional South American cocktail that mixes lemon juice, simple syrup, one whole white egg (yes, one whole white egg) and of course the remarkable Peruvian (or should we say Chilean?) Pisco. Try this invigorating bebida because you won’t be disappointed flaco.
Where:
El Farol
5534 E. Thomas Road, Scottsdale
5534 E. Thomas Road, Scottsdale
La Roca
1440 S. Country Club Drive, Mesa
1440 S. Country Club Drive, Mesa
Mojito
A Celia Cruz song and this libation make great Cuban delights of an Arizona summer eve. El mojito is the combination of white rum, sugar cane juice, lime, carbonated water and mint. Many places substitute the classic recipe with white rum and fruit flavored vodkas or rums, such as mango or strawberry. We recommend you to have an ajiaco criollo (Cuban country stew) with a mojito and enjoy the taste of Cuba. ¡Azúcar!
Where:
Havana Café
Phoenix, Scottsdale and Ahwatukee
Asia de Cuba
7353 E. Indian School Road, Scottsdale
What the heck! Since mojitos are so popular, here’s a few more places:
Padres
1044 E. Camelback Rd., Phoenix
Sierra Bonita
6933 N. 7th Street, Phoenix
Z Tejas
Chandler, Phoenix, Scottsdale, Tempe
Deseo at Kierland Resort
6902 East Greenway Parkway, Scottsdale
"Mi chela helada"
The Michelada is una cerveza preparada (a prepared beer), but in more sophisticated terms we’ll say is a ‘Mexican beer cocktail.’ It is not clear where the term came from, but today it’s very popular throughout the Americas.
This recipe is the most common way of preparing a Michelada. But if you don’t want to start from scratch, we suggest some places where you can find a good Michelada. In any case, enjoy it and don’t get too borracho. !Salud compadre!
Where:
Where:
Coyoacan Steakhouse
9014 S. Central Ave., Phoenix
Bahía de Kino
1040 W. Broadway Road. Mesa
9014 S. Central Ave., Phoenix
Bahía de Kino
1040 W. Broadway Road. Mesa
Recipe:
• You’ll need a chilled, salt-rimmed mug or glass
• Ice
• English sauce
• Hot sauce (Tabasco)
• Soy sauce
• Salt and pepper
Pour around 300 ml of tomato juice (Clamato). Squeeze in a lime wedge. Mix the ingredients. Add your favorite Mexican beer bien fría
