Ninja in a Sombrero: How the Japanese Toast Cinco de Mayo
05/05/2009

Sure tequila is the only choice for CdM celebrations, but that doesn't mean you can't add a little multicultural flair to the fiesta.

Mix in some "Ah so" to your "Ole!" tonight, with this new recipe from best selling Sake producer, Gekkeikan.

It mixes their new naturally-carbonated, sparkling sake, Zipang, with tequila, fresh juices and jalapeno.

Sake and tequila? With jalapeno? Pure insanity. And a drink just made for parties.

They call "Better Cinco." I call it a "Ninja in a Sombrero."

Better Cinco
1 1/2 parts Tequila Ocho Reposado
3/4 parts Fresh Mango Puree
3/4 parts Fresh Lemon Juice
1/2 parts 50/50 Simple Syrup
1-2 parts Henry Savard Blanc de Blancs
Slice of fresh Jalapeno

Muddle jalepeno with fresh lemon juice. Add all other ingredients to mixing glass except champagne. Shake well with ice and strain into an ice filled highball. Top with Zipang. Garnish with a wheel of jalapeno and slice of mango. Wait for the explosion.

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