CINCO DE MAYO Just Got a Southern Twist

Sweet bourbon. Smoky heat. A kick of lime.
The Cinco Smoke blends Southern character with Mexican fire for a cocktail made for celebration — bold, balanced, and built for adventure.

Meet the Cinco Smoke
This Cinco de Mayo, give your celebration a bold Southern twist with a cocktail that fuses American spirit and Mexican heat. The Cinco Smoke is where Heritage Road Bourbon meets Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur — a spicy, citrusy cocktail that delivers smooth bourbon flavor layered with smoky depth and just the right amount of heat.

Whether you’re grilling outside, hosting a fiesta, or simply sipping slow at golden hour, the Cinco Smoke is the ultimate way to raise your glass on May 5th.

🔥 Cinco Smoke Cocktail

Ingredients:

  • 2 oz Heritage Road Spirits Straight Bourbon Whiskey

  • 0.5 oz Ancho Reyes Chile Liqueur

  • 0.75 oz fresh lime juice

  • 0.5 oz agave syrup (or honey syrup)

  • 2 dashes Angostura bitters

  • Garnish: lime wheel + Tajín rim (optional)

Instructions:

  1. Rim your rocks glass with Tajín (optional) and fill it with ice.

  2. In a shaker, combine all ingredients with ice.

  3. Shake until chilled and strain into the glass.

  4. Garnish with a lime wheel.

  5. Sip and enjoy the smoky, citrusy adventure.

🌮 Why We Love It:

It’s zesty, smoky, and smooth — a cocktail that brings bourbon into the Cinco celebration without missing a beat. A true cross-cultural creation that toasts the boldness in both traditions.