Mexican Flag
A layered shot displaying Mexico's green and white and red colors.
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The Mexican Flag is a layered shooter whose red, white, and green layers replicate Mexico's national tricolor flag. Mexico's flag colors derive from the War of Independence (1810-1821): green for independence, white for religion, and red for union. The drink typically layers grenadine, cream or Irish cream, and green crème de menthe or melon liqueur. Flag-themed layered shots became a popular bartending showcase technique, and the Mexican Flag became a fixture of Cinco de Mayo and Mexican Independence Day celebrations.
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