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Three ‘spirited’ cocktails for toasting to 2023

DT

A new year usually means a chance to start fresh, whether it's trying something for the first time or starting a new tradition.

Sharing a meal with friends and family is one of the best bonding experiences people can have — even better when paired with an uplifting beverage.

Patrón Tequila, a versatile drink, is a good choice to accompany meals, whether taken neat or as a base for many craft cocktails.

As the world's number one ultra-premium tequila, Patrón Tequila is made with the utmost care, from
hand-harvesting high quality 100 percent Weber Blue Agave to their meticulous distillation at the Hacienda Patrón distillery in Jalisco, Mexico.

The result of this process is a quality drink perfect for your celebrations this New Year with friends or family. Here are some cocktails you can try at home for that extra spirit in your celebrations.

Silver Spritzer
Ingredients:
1 750-ml bottle Patrón Silver
500 ml cranberry juice
500 ml apple juice
100 ml agave nectar/honey syrup
Four cans 325-ml. soda water
Dehydrated apple slices and rosemary, for garnish

Procedure:
Fruity, bubbly and refreshing, this drink pairs well with most Filipino dishes that tend to be on the richer side. It's also very easy to make with simple and accessible ingredients. Patrón Silver is smooth and sweet, with aromas of fruits and citrus with a light pepper finish, making it an ideal and versatile pairing cocktail for any meal.

The Mexican Mule
Ingredients:
1 350-ml bottle Patrón Silver
100 ml lime juice
100 ml ginger syrup
Two 180 ml cans of ginger ale
Lime and rosemary, for garnish

Procedure:
The Mexican Mule is a refreshing take on the classic mule with a little kick from the ginger that whets the appetite. This cocktail pairs well with grilled fish, seafood and your fresh salads

The Tea Cool-ada
Ingredients:
1 bottle 350-ml Patrón Silver
2 teabags green tea, steeped in 100ml water
200 ml coconut water
250 ml pineapple juice

Procedure:
The Tea Cool-ada is a lighter version of the classic piña colada. This is a versatile cocktail that is also perfect any time of the day. This cocktail pairs well with food that has a little bit of spice in it and is perfect for Mexican themed meals and get-togethers.