Latin America is a diverse region rich in culture, characterized by its variety of flavors, aromas, and colors that can be seen reflected in the gastronomy, traditional clothing, and even in the drinks of each country. Therefore, it should not surprise us that just as there are traditional dishes, there are also delicious exotic drinks that are replicated all over the world to enjoy the Latin flavor.

In case you don’t know what fancy drinks we are talking about, we present to you the 7 most popular cocktails in Latin America.

Mexican Margarita

We start our count with the classic Mexican cocktail, the margaritas. While Mexico stands out for having a wide variety of alcohols like mezcal, pulque, and rompope, none compare to tequila, the main ingredient of the famous margaritas, which are accompanied by lime juice and salt, although there are also variations. Here you can find some recipes in case you feel encouraged to try it.

Cuban Daiquiri and Mojito

In addition to Cuba Libre, there are two beloved drinks from Cuba: the daiquiri and the Cuban mojito. On one hand, the daiquiri is a somewhat serious drink, prepared with white rum, sugar to taste, and lime juice, while the mojito, this popular Cuban cocktail around the world, includes rum, lime, mint or spearmint, sugar, and mineral water. Which one do you prefer?



Brazilian Caipirinha

Now we move to Brazil to explain how to prepare the most requested Latin cocktail during the Rio Carnival. The authentic caipirinha, very similar to the daiquiri, consists of Cachaça, a distilled drink made from sugar cane, lime juice, and crushed ice. Try it with a samba or lambada as background music!

Peruvian Pisco Sour

The pisco sour, another popular cocktail from Latin America, is a cocktail made with pisco, ice, egg white, and lime juice. Although Chile and Peru share the recipe, in each country it is consumed with slight variations in its basic ingredients. Pisco is a distilled grape brandy and is somewhat similar to brandy and cognac. You’ll love it!

Mamajuana from the Dominican Republic

Full of rhythm and flavors, the Dominican Republic cannot miss sharing its traditional alcoholic beverage, and this is how we present mamajuana, which, although not a cocktail per se, is a very strong liquor that is generally mixed with rum or gin. Suitable for the bravest!

Colombian Lulada

There’s nothing like dancing a good cumbia accompanied by a delicious lulada, a characteristic Latin cocktail from Colombia. This sweet Colombian cocktail is made with lulo, a typical fruit from the Valle del Cauca region, and you can add vodka or rum. What do you prefer?

Pina Colada from Puerto Rico

The pina colada, another of the most popular cocktails in Latin America, originating from San Juan, Puerto Rico, is a sweet drink made with pineapple, coconut cream, and rum. It is so requested that we can practically find it in any hotel by the beach. Don’t you crave one right now?

There’s no doubt that these are some of the most popular cocktails in Latin America for a reason. How many of them have you already tried, and how many do you have left to taste?