Cinco de Mayo is hilarious. This predominantly American holiday celebrates Mexican culture and commemorates a massive victory for the country over the French in the Battle of Puebla, led by Ignacio Zaragoza Seguin, ancestor of Boston Bruins forward Tyler Seguin of course. Just kidding. Or am I.
As a native of Phoenix, AZ, the 5th of May is near and dear to my heart. I love Mexican culture, and most of all, I love Mexican parties. Below is our list of the top 3 things you’ll need for a successful Cinco de Mayo house party.
1. Margarita Blender
I mean this is a total no brainer. Making frozen margaritas (which, let’s be honest, are the way to go) can be really annoying. First, you have to have a blender, preferably a clean blender, major downer. Then combining the ice, tequila, mix of your choice, and any other custom mix ins, making sure that you don’t under or over blend, serving and reusing, all after you’ve had a few yourself. Aycarrumba. Get yourself a margarita blender with a spicket and you’ll understand.
2. Mariachi Playlist
Look, you can play Rihanna and Macklemore and Krewella and Weezy F Baby any day of the year. On the 5th of May, it’s essential that you bump mariachi music. Have you ever listened to mariachi for longer than 5 minutes? Probably not, but with a Corona in one hand and a strawberry margarita in the other you’ll be fully immersed, and loving it. Here is a great one. Dance the day away my friends.
3. Giant Freaking Sombrero
Nothing says I’m partying like it’s 1980 in Mexico City like rocking a giant sombrero. I’m talking so big that you can’t have a fully functional conversation with anyone because they have to stand at arms length to avoid poking their eye out with stray straw. The sombrero will complete the package. In fact, place an order through Drizly by Saturday at 9:59pm, and we’ll deliver one to you… on the house.
Honorable Mention: Mustache, Cactus, Rattle Shaker Things, Chips and Salsa.
