Spicy Tiki Michelada with Tamarind and Chile

By AislePrompt Editorial · Published 2026-06-17 · Updated 2026-06-17

A bold and tangy tiki-inspired michelada cocktail featuring tamarind, fresh lime, and a spicy chile rim for a tropical twist. This Mexican-inspired recipe, ready in about 5 minutes, brings together Mexican lager beer, fresh lime juice, tamarind paste for a refreshing, crowd-pleasing drink — a bright, easy pour for parties, gatherings, or any warm-weather afternoon when you want something festive without alcohol-only options. Each serving lands at about 180 calories and feeds 1, so it works for entertaining, brunch, or a non-alcoholic option at the bar cart. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Ingredients

• 12 oz, chilled Mexican lager beer
• 2 oz fresh lime juice
• 1 tbsp tamarind paste
• 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce
• 1 tsp hot sauce
• 1/2 tsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp for rim chili powder
• 1 tbsp for rim coarse salt
• 1 cup ice cubes
• 1 for garnish lime wedge

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Instructions

1. Step 1: In a shallow plate, mix 1 tbsp chili powder with 1 tbsp coarse salt. Rub the rim of a pint glass with a lime wedge and dip it into the chili-salt mixture to coat evenly.
2. Step 2: In the prepared glass, combine 2 oz fresh lime juice, 1 tbsp tamarind paste, 1 tsp Worcestershire sauce, 1 tsp hot sauce, and 1/2 tsp soy sauce. Stir until tamarind dissolves.
3. Step 3: Fill the glass with 1 cup ice cubes and slowly pour 12 oz chilled Mexican lager beer over the mixture, stirring gently to combine flavors.
4. Step 4: Garnish with a lime wedge on the rim and serve immediately for a refreshing spicy tiki michelada.