Cinco de Mayo Mangonada Cup (Printable Version)

Frozen mango slush with chamoy, lime, and a Tajín rim—bright, spicy-sweet refreshment for Cinco de Mayo.

# What You Need:

→ Mango base

01 - 2 cups frozen mango chunks
02 - 1/2 cup cold mango nectar or juice
03 - 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lime juice
04 - 1 to 2 tablespoons agave syrup (to taste)
05 - 1/4 teaspoon chili powder (optional)

→ Garnishes & layers

06 - 2 tablespoons chamoy sauce
07 - 1 tablespoon Tajín seasoning or chili–lime powder
08 - 1/2 cup fresh mango, diced
09 - 1 lime, cut into wedges
10 - Tamarind candies or mango slices (optional)

# How to Make It:

01 - Combine frozen mango chunks, cold mango nectar, lime juice, agave syrup and chili powder in a blender; blend until a smooth, slushy consistency forms. Taste and adjust sweetness with additional agave or brightness with more lime.
02 - Run a lime wedge around the rim of each glass, then dip the rims into Tajín or chili–lime powder to create an even coating.
03 - Drizzle 1 tablespoon chamoy around the inside of each rimmed glass, letting it streak down the sides for visual layers and flavor.
04 - Spoon or pour the mango slush into the prepared glasses, leaving space to fold in diced fresh mango for texture. Layer alternately if a marbled effect is desired.
05 - Finish with extra chamoy, a sprinkle of Tajín, mango slices or tamarind candies and a lime wedge. Serve immediately with a wide straw or spoon.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • This mocktail layers sweet, tart, and spicy so perfectly, you won’t even miss the booze.
  • It’s as much about having fun with toppings as it is about cooling down on a hot day.
02 -
  • I once tried to use room-temp mango juice and ended up with a sad, slushy soup—always chill the liquid first.
  • Chamoy gets sticky on the rim if you wait too long, so have your slush ready.
03 -
  • Keep your blender bowl chilling in the freezer for 10 minutes ahead—your slush will be peak frosty, not watery.
  • Let guests drizzle their own extra chamoy right before sipping—it doubles the fun.
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