Election Day Ease: Unwind with a Simple Kalimotxo Cocktail
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Because Election Day Calls for a Drink: Meet the Kalimotxo
Election Day is here, and if you’re feeling stressed, overwhelmed, or like you could use a little break from refreshing your news feed… you’re definitely not alone. I have a ridiculously simple cocktail to help take the edge off. Meet the Kalimotxo (pronounced ca-lee-mo-cho) — a comforting combo of red wine, Coke, and a lemon wedge. Yep, you read that right - three simple ingredients.
It sounds a bit wild, I know. Red wine + Coke might seem like an unhinged TikTok soda experiment gone rogue, but trust me, it just works. With only three ingredients, it’s super easy to make, and while it might not solve all our problems, it’s at least one little moment of calm.
Usually, I'd explain the drink's history, but today's one of those days when we just make it and learn later. If you want to learn more about this Kalimotxo and its history, click here and read away.
Kalimotxo Cocktail Recipe
Ingredients:
• 1 part Red Wine (the cheap stuff is perfect here)
• 1 part Coke
• A slice of lemon
How to Make It:
1. Fill a glass with ice.
2. Pour in equal parts red wine and cola.
3. Stir, add a slice of lemon, and sip away.
That’s it. No blender, no shaker—just a glass, some ice, and a little stir. If anyone raises an eyebrow at your wine and cola combo, just tell them it’s a Spanish classic. Very legit.
Here’s to Staying Calm, One Sip at a Time
So take a deep breath, grab your Kalimotxo, and let this quirky bad boy help you ride out the evening. It may not have all the answers, but it’s here for you, one sip at a time. Cheers to staying calm, keeping things simple, and knowing we’re all in this together.
We’ve got this. 🙌
Kitchen Confidante: Michael Castro
Michael is a foodie-turned-flight attendant-turned-product developer-turned-food & beverage consultant—now here to help you turn the kitchen into a playground of creativity and confidence.
