Chelada

This post may contain affiliate links.For more information, please see our affiliate policy.All over Mexico, the natives prefer the pure taste of cold beer, fresh lime juice, and a pinch of salt.

This easy Chelada recipe is refreshing and uncomplicated, the perfect way to end your or celebrate with friends and family.While Cheladas are the ideal drink for hot weather, they are enjoyed year-round in Mexico.Anytime you see a lime wedge squeezed in a bottle of beer, someone is channeling the spirit of the Chelada.

True Mexican beer (not the version imported to the United States) is strong and perhaps a bit sour, and the limes (possibly picked off a tree a moment prior) are sweet in Mexico, cutting through the sourness.And the sprinkling of salt is the perfect antidote to the sweetness of the lime.Table of ContentsRecipe ingredientsIngredient notesStep-by-step instructionsRecipe tips and variationsRecipe FAQsChelada RecipeRecipe ingredients At a Glance: Here is a quick snapshot of what ingredients are in this recipe.

Please see the recipe card below for specific quantities.Ingredient notes Salt rim:  Carefully pour the beer in without making contact with the salt rim inside the glass, or the beer will foam excessively.You can also substitute Margarita salt (or any coarse salt), Old Bay, or Tajin chili powder.Mexican beer: Corona, Dos Equis, Modelo are all great options (or substitute the light beer of your choice).Step-by-step instructions In