Tequila Coke (aka Batanga)
If you’re wondering what’s good to mix with tequila and have coke in the fridge, you’ve got a cocktail. Tequila and coke is also called the batanga.
5 minutes
1 cocktail
Beginner
Ingredients
- 2 ounces tequila
- 4 to 6 ounces Coke or other cola
- ¾ ounce lime juice
- Kosher salt for rim (optional)
Instructions
If you prefer a salted rim, run your lime wedge along the rim of a highball or rocks glass. Tilt the glass at a 45° angle and dip the rim in salt. Fill the glass with ice, then the lime juice, tequila and cola. Stir and garnish with a lime wedge.
What is a batanga?
A batanga is a mixed drink made with tequila, cola, lime juice and served with a salt rim. Traditionally, a batanga is made with Mexican Coke. You know, the ones found in glass bottles that use real sugar. A batanga is a Cuba Libre, except with tequila instead of rum.