It’s no secret that at Jarritos, we’re a big fan of color. Our signature colorful bottles are just one of the things that set us apart from the competition. And we’re always looking for ways to make every part of our lives just a bit more colorful.
Here are some of the ways we’ve been bringing our favorite colors into our lives this year.
Hold a Jarritos tasting competition
Obviously, our favorite way to inject some color into our days is by popping open a bottle of one of our favorite Jarritos flavors. But why not take things up a notch by putting your tastebuds to the ultimate challenge with a Jarritos taste test?
All you need to do is buy a bottle of each Jarritos flavor and gather up a group of family and friends. One by one, blindfold the participants and have them taste each flavor of Jarritos and guess which flavor it is. Each correct guess earns one point. Give out prizes to the first, second and third place winners and celebrate their victory with a toast: ¡Salud!
Jump on the tie-dye train
Tie-dye is back, baby! This 90s-era DIY trend has come roaring back this season and can be found on everything from clothes to home decor to face masks. You can make your own tie-dye creations using one of these simple tutorials and whichever colors your heart desires. This is a great weekend activity for kids who may be bored of staying inside and need a project to work on. The best part? When you’re done, you’ll have your very own colorful creation to wear proudly.
Plant some flowers
Regardless of whether you live in a house or apartment, a beautiful flowering plant is one of the best ways to cheer up the interior or exterior of your home. You can bring home a fresh bouquet from the florist or grocery store, or take a walk around your neighborhood and collect any wildflowers you might see. Or, if you’ve got a green thumb, you can plant your own flowers in a planter or in your front yard to bring a dose of cheerful color to whoever sees them.
Redecorate your home
There are few better ways to inject some color into your daily life than redecorating. You don’t have to give your whole home a makeover — just a few colorful touches in each room can bring the place to life. A new framed print, throw pillow, rug or cozy throw can be just the thing to brighten up a room and make it feel cozy and colorful.
Pick up coloring
Since we’re all spending a little more time indoors these days, now is the perfect time to pick up a new hobby. Coloring is no longer only an activity for young children — teens and adults have embraced the trend, and there are plenty of coloring books on the market for colorers of all ages and skill levels. Whether you’re into wizards and dragons, gardening, cocktails, or even human anatomy, there’s a coloring book to suit your interests and make the time go by just a little bit faster.
At Jarritos, we strive to bottle the pure fruit flavors of Mexico. Flavors like Grapefruit, Fruit Punch and Mandarin are popular with Jarritos lovers on both sides of the border. But there are certain beloved Mexican flavors that our fans in the U.S. may not be so familiar with.
Here’s an introduction to the three Jarritos flavors that you may not have tried yet — and the reasons they might just become your new favorite.
Jamaica
Dried jamaica flowers — pronounced ha-may-kah and known as hibiscus in the U.S. — are the star of this popular Jarritos flavor. Though jamaica flowers are not native to Mexico (they arrived during the colonial era), they have become a major ingredient in Mexican cuisine and are often used to make agua de jamaica, a popular type of aguas frescas.
The flowers’ tart, light flavor, which has been described as similar to cranberries, makes an excellent counterpoint to rich, spicy Mexican foods. Try popping open a bottle or Jarritos Jamaica on your next family taco night to cool your palate and enhance the flavors of your food.
Guava
The fragrant guava fruit is used extensively in Mexican cuisine, including in fruit punches, flans, jams and jellies, candy, fruit paste and in savory dishes. It’s a small, oval-shaped fruit about 2 to 3 inches in size with a yellow to pinkish-yellow skin. Guavas are especially associated with the Christmas holiday in Mexico, since they are in peak season during that time of year and are often used to make traditional Christmas fruit punch, ponche navideno.
But you don’t need to wait until the holidays to enjoy the flavor of this celebrated Mexican fruit. Pick up a bottle of Jarritos Guava to experience the delectable flavors of fresh guava.
Tamarind
Perhaps the most unfamiliar Jarritos flavor to our American customers, tamarind is an incredibly popular ingredient in Mexican cuisine and is used in many different foods, candies and drinks. Tamarind is the pod of a tropical tree containing seeds and a sticky pulp that becomes intensely sweet-and-sour flavored when ripe. Once harvested, the pulp is used to make tamarind candies, tamarind aguas frescas, tamarind salsas, and, of course, Jarritos Tamarind — our second-best selling Jarritos flavor. If you’re feeling adventurous, pick up a bottle of Tamarind to understand why so many Jarritos fans consider it an “essential” soda.
The temperatures are dropping, the leaves are changing, and kids are back in school (either in person or virtually). That’s right: After a long summer, it’s finally fall. We’re embracing the change in seasons by checking off all of our favorite fall activities. Which of these will be on your autumn bucket list for 2020?
Celebrate Dia de los Muertos
Dia de los Muertos, or the Day of the Dead, is celebrated throughout Mexico and other Latin American countries and typically runs from October 31 through November 2. Although it coincides with Halloween and has similar themes, Dia de los Muertos is not simply a Mexican version of the holiday. It’s a celebration of life and death, and a way to honor the loved ones and ancestors who have lived and died before us.
This year, get your family in on the festivities by throwing a DIY Dia de los Muertos celebration. Purchase a face-painting kit and have fun painting elaborate calaveras (skulls) on each others’ faces. Make your own tissue paper marigolds — the traditional flower found at altars set up to honor loved ones. Collect some rocks and use them to paint your own sugar skulls —one for each member of the family. Or bake up a loaf of traditional pan de muertos, or bread of the dead. You’ll get some quality family time in while also learning some new cultural traditions.
Get in the kitchen
There are few better family bonding activities than planning, preparing and enjoying a meal together. Why not tackle a big Mexican feast for your next big Sunday dinner? Come together to choose a recipe or recipes (we’ve got some great one on our website), and then assign a member (or members) of the family to different tasks, like shopping for ingredients, prepping and chopping, cooking and cleanup. Your meal will taste even better knowing that the whole family collaborated to make it happen!
Tailgate at home
While in-person tailgating may not be a reality for some time, there’s no reason you can’t hold a tailgate in your own driveway or yard on game day this fall. Pop open that tailgating tent, pull out the red plastic cups, fill some coolers with the beverages of your choice (hint: Jarritos is a hit with adults and kids!) and start grilling up your tailgating favorites, whether that’s hot dogs or carne asada (or both… we’re not judging). Team colors are required in the tailgating dress code, so make sure you come prepared with your jerseys and hats. Soon enough, you’ll forget you’re not just outside the stadium.
Take an autumn nature walk
The changing leaves are without a doubt one of the best parts of the fall season. Embrace the fall colors and the beauty of the world around you by taking the family on a nature walk. Point out the different types of trees and leaves you see on your walk, and collect the prettiest fallen leaves to put in a scrapbook or use in a fall DIY decoration. Keep an eye out for wildlife, such as birds, bugs, squirrels, deer and maybe even snakes (but be sure to keep your distance for your safety). You can even download a nature app that can help identify different species of plants and animals you see on your walk. Keep notes of your observations in a special nature notebook that you take with you on subsequent family nature walks to keep track of how nature changes along with the seasons.
Pumpkin painting
Yes, everyone loves a good jack-o-lantern, but can we agree that carving pumpkins is overrated as a fall activity? It’s messy, it’s difficult, and it never seems worth all the effort it takes to pull off. Pumpkin painting, on the other hand, offers infinite possibilities for expressing your creativity. From acrylic paint to melted crayons to glue-on accessories like glitter, sequins and appliques, there are hundreds of ways to customize your painted pumpkin.
A few of our favorite inspirations for our painted pumpkin projects this fall include:
- Spa Day Pumpkin: You’ll have the most zen jack-o-lantern on the black with this hilarious spa day pumpkin concept.
- Ombre Pumpkin: Hop on the ombre trend with this elegant pumpkin painting idea.
- Rhinestone Pumpkin: The glam-lovers in your family are sure to covet these bejeweled rhinestone pumpkins.
- Neon Pumpkins: There’s no way trick-or-treaters will miss your house with these bright neon pumpkins on your front steps.
Jarritos has partnered with Glassy Eyewear to release a limited edition pair of Jarritos inspired sunglasses.
The translucent, colored sunglass frames come in two vibrant colors, Fruit Punch Red and Mandarin Orange.
The glasses come standard with polarized lenses that provide 100% UV protection. They are crafted from a Swiss TR90 thermopastic. They feature a metal hinge for a more comfortable fit. But most importantly, the glasses feature a bottle opener on the left arm for cracking open your favorite flavors of Jarritos.
Click Here to visit Glassy’s website and purchase a limited edition pair.
This August, Jarritos officially turns 70 years old! While we may be old enough to qualify for the senior discount, our sense of fun and flavor hasn’t faded over time. We’re just as passionate about bottling the bold flavors and vivid colors of Mexico as our founder was when he started Jarritos all those decades ago,
In honor of our upcoming birthday, we’re sharing five of our favorite historic Jarritos facts.
Jarritos was founded on August 29, 1950.
70 years ago, our founder Don Francisco “El Guero” Hill started Jarritos from his own home kitchen in Mexico City. An accomplished chemist, Hill was known for leaving beakers, journals and other equipment all over the house. We’d say this particular experiment went very well, indeed!
The first Jarritos flavor was — wait for it — coffee.
Yes, coffee! But it didn’t take long for Francisco Hill to discover that citrusy, fruity flavors and bright, eye-catching colors were the key to Jarritos’ popularity. He switched gears, and by 1960, Jarritos had become the most popular beverage in the entire country of Mexico! (Now that’s what we call a success story.)
The Jarritos lineup continued to grow over the years, and today we make 13 different quintessentially Mexican flavors, including Tamarind, Jamaica, Guava and Mango. One thing that hasn’t changed since 1950 is that we still use all-natural fruit flavors and real cane sugar to flavor our sodas.
Jarritos didn’t come to the US until 1997.
Believe it or not, Jarritos has only been sold north of the border for about 23 years. Today, we’re sold in over half of major supermarkets in America, and 1,500 bottles of Jarritos are exported every minute!
Our name means “little jugs” in Spanish.
It’s a reference to the small clay jugs that people in Mexico have used to hold their fruity aguas frescas since ancient times. The jugs tended to be orangey-brown on the bottom and glazed green on the top. Today, the little jugs are part of the Jarritos logo, and the colors correspond to two of our most popular flavors: Mandarin and Lime.
Jarritos is the official beverage of tacos.
That’s right — there’s officially no better beverage to pair up with your tacos than Jarritos. Scan our recipes page to find a collection of our favorite authentic Mexican taco recipes and the best Jarritos flavors to pair them with.
Remember to raise your favorite flavor of Jarritos on August 29 to say ¡Salud! to Mexico’s favorite soda!
There’s nothing more refreshing on a searingly hot summer day than a fruity ice pop straight from the freezer. While store-bought ice pops are all fine and good, they can’t hold a candle to homemade Mexican paletas — especially when you use the naturally flavored goodness of Jarritos soda as the base of your recipe.
If you’re interested in making your own frozen treats this summer, all you need are an ice pop mold and a few bottles of your favorite Jarritos flavors.
Here are a few of our favorite paletas recipes using Jarritos soda to get you started.
Paloma (grapefruit and lime)
Mix together 1-2 bottles of Jarritos Grapefruit (depending on the volume of your ice pop molds) and the juice of 1 large lime. Pour into molds and let freeze solid, at least 6 hours and up to 2 weeks. Remove from molds and enjoy!
Tamarind chile
Pour Jarritos Tamarind into molds and let freeze solid. Remove and sprinkle with Tajin or chile powder when ready to serve.
Strawberry-basil
Chop up 1 cup fresh strawberries and a small bunch of basil into small pieces. Mix together with 1-2 bottles of Jarritos Strawberry and 1 teaspoon balsamic vinegar. Pour mixture into molds and freeze until solid.
Watermelon-mint
Finely chop 1 small bunch mint leaves and mix with 1-2 bottles of Jarritos Watermelon. Pour mixture into molds and freeze until solid.
Mango-lime
Chop 1 ripe mango into small, bite-size pieces and mix with the contents of 1-2 bottles of Jarritos Mango. Add the juice of 1 large lime. Pour the mixture into molds and freeze until solid.
Don’t let us stop you there! Be creative and use your favorite fruits, herbs and Jarritos flavors to create your own gourmet paletas flavors at home. Be sure to share your creations with us on Facebook and Instagram!
If you ask us, summer just isn’t summer without tacos. Now that many of us are spending more time at home than ever, this summer offers the perfect opportunity to flex your culinary skills and tackle some new taco recipes in the kitchen.
We’ve talked about some of our favorite authentic Mexican taco recipes in the past, but we couldn’t just stop there. Here are four more of the taco recipes we’ll be making on repeat all summer long. (Just don’t forget to pick up your favorite Jarritos flavor to pair with your meal!)
Carnitas
Carnitas (meaning “little meats”) is one of the most emblematic Mexican taco fillings and originates from the Michoacán region on the Western side of the country. In many parts of Mexico, carnitas are made using an entire pig, wasting no part of the animal.
But you don’t need to host a pig roast in order to make authentic carnitas tacos. A simple pork shoulder (also called pork butt or Boston butt) from your supermarket or butcher will do. Roast the pork low and slow with aromatics such as garlic, onion, jalapenos and oranges to achieve a tender, falling-apart tender texture. Crisping the carnitas at a high heat under your broiler just before serving will yield incredibly crispy yet tender chunks of meat that pair perfectly with a simple topping of minced white onion, cilantro and lime.
You can find one of our favorite carnitas recipes here. Pair with Jarritos Mandarin for the ideal flavor combo!
Baja-Style Fish Tacos
Nothing screams “summer” like a fresh fish taco. The modern fish taco — which typically includes beer-battered and fried white fish, shredded cabbage, creamy white sauce, cilantro and avocado wrapped in a fresh corn tortilla — originated in the Baja California region of Mexico, an 800-mile-long peninsula whose regional cuisine relies heavily on the abundance of fresh seafood in the surrounding waters.
Starting in the 1950s, the tiny street vendors of Baja became known for the hot, fresh fish tacos they served up to hungry market-goers and workers. Soon, wave-chasing surfers visiting from nearby San Diego fell in love with the dish and began to spread the gospel of the fish taco back home.
Today, both Baja and San Diego are still known for their famous Baja-style fish tacos, and fish tacos are a staple on Mexican restaurant menus all over the U.S. and beyond. But you don’t need to go out to taste the perfect fish taco — you can make your own at home!
Find one of our favorite recipes for Baja-style fish tacos here, and be sure to pair your meal with a refreshing bottle of Jarritos Lime!
Pork Belly and Cheese Tacos (Tacos de Castacan Con Queso)
Castacan is crispy pork belly from the Mexican state of Yucatan, and it makes for an incredible taco filling when paired with shredded Oaxacan cheese, which melts into the pork belly to bind everything together to make a salty, savory treat. This dish errs on the simpler side with only a few ingredients, most of which you may already have in your fridge or pantry.
The best part of this recipe (which you can find here) is that you can cook the pork belly up to 5 days ahead of time, and once that’s done, they whip up incredibly quickly once it’s time to eat. We recommend pairing your tacos with Jarritos Tamarind for a refreshing accompaniment.
Deep-Fried Avocado Tacos
Who said vegetarian tacos can’t be decadent? These creamy-on-the-inside, crispy-on-the-outside fried avocado tacos are sure to please vegetarians and meat-lovers alike. The beer batter guarantees a light and crispy exterior, while crunchy cabbage, salsa verde, pickled red onions offer a bright pop of acidity and crunch to offset the creamy avocados. Top it all off with a creamy chipotle sauce and pair with a tart an refreshing bottle of Jarritos Pineapple, and you’ve got a crowd-pleasing taco your entire family will love.
Find the full recipe here.
In our opinion, there’s no better way to celebrate a new season than to raise a glass full of something delicious. Spring is also one of the best times of the year for those who love a fruity drink, so why not indulge by mixing up your own at home?
Here are a few of our favorite cocktails and mocktails for celebrating the spring season.
1. Strawberry Smash
Nothing says “spring” like fresh, juicy berries. Take advantage of all the delicious in-season fruit with this easy Strawberry Smash recipe. (Simply leave out the booze for an easy mocktail!)
Recipe adapted from Cookie and Kate
Ingredients:
- 5 ripe strawberries, hulled
- 5 fresh basil leaves
- 1 medium lemon, juiced (plus more for garnish)
- Drizzle honey
- 1 bottle Jarritos Strawberry
- Thoroughly muddle strawberries and basil in the mixing glass.
- Add lemon juice and a drizzle of honey. Stir in the vodka.
- Fill a tall glass with ice and pour mixture into the glass. Top it off with Jarritos Strawberry soda.
- Mix by pouring back into your mixing glass, then back into your drinking glass.
- Garnish with a lemon round and a strawberry.
2. Sparkling Cucumber Limeade
There’s perhaps no flavor combination more refreshing than cucumber and lime. Next time the spring temperatures climb into the 80s and above, break out this recipe for a cooling, fizzy Cucumber Limeade to quench your thirst in style.
Recipe adapted from Rachael Ray
Ingredients:
- 3/4 cup sugar
- 1 Tbsp lime zest, plus 1 cup fresh lime juice (from 4 to 6 limes)
- 1 medium English cucumber, halved and thinly sliced
- 2 cups chilled sparkling water
- 1 bottle Jarritos Lime
- In a small saucepan, bring the sugar, lime zest and 3/4 cup water to a simmer over medium hear, stirring constantly until the sugar dissolves. Remove from heat and stir in the mint leaves. Let cool for 30 minutes.
- Strain the lime syrup through a sieve into a pitcher. Add cucumber and lime juice; refrigerate for at least one hour.
- Just before serving, add the sparkling water. Serve over ice and top off with a splash of Jarritos Lime soda in each glass. Garnish with mint and a lime wheel.
3. Watermelon Punch Bowl
Does anything scream “party” like a punch bowl made out of a watermelon? We didn’t think so.
Recipe adapted from Martha Stewart
Ingredients:
- 1 oblong seedless watermelon (about 14 lbs)
- 3 cups seltzer
- Jarritos Watermelon
- Cut top third off watermelon; trim bottom just enough to make a flat surface. Scoop out flesh.
- Working in batches, puree watermelon in a food processor or blender. Stain through a fine sieve and discard solids. You should have about 9 cups of juice.
- Cover rind in plastic wrap. Refrigerate juice and rind until chilled, about 1 hour.
- Combine juice with seltzer and transfer mixture to rind.
- To serve, pour punch into a glass with ice and top each serving with a splash of Jarritos Watermelon.
Tip: You can even “tap” your watermelon serving bowl like a keg for a fun party centerpiece! Get the step-by-step instructions here.
4. Orange-Pom Fizz
Toast to all your big spring occasions with this sparkling wine-based drink that can easily be made without alcohol so everyone can enjoy.
Recipe adapted from Brit.Co
- 4 oz pomegranate juice
- 2 oz orange liqueur
- 4 oz Prosecco (or sparkling water for a non-alcoholic version)
- Jarritos Mandarin
- Optional garnishes: Pomegranate seeds, orange slices, sanding sugar for rim
- If sugaring rims, run orange slice along the rim of your glasses and dip them into a low, wide bowl of sanding sugar.
- Pour 2 oz pomegranate juice into each glass. Add equal amount orange liqueur.
- Pour 4 oz Prosecco (or sparkling water) and 4 oz Jarritos Mandarin into each glass.
- If using garnishes, top with pomegranate seeds and add an orange slice. Serve immediately.
5. Grapefruit-Lime Paloma
The Paloma is a classic Mexican cocktail that’s deceptively simple and distinctly delicious. Take out the tequila and add extra lime juice for a non-alcoholic spring refresher.
Recipe adapted from Serious Eats
- 2 oz Reposado tequila
- 1/2 lime, plus wedge for garnish
- Coarse salt
- Jarritos Grapefruit
- Fill a tall glass with ice. Juice the lime into the glass. Add tequila and a pinch of coarse salt.
Top with Jarritos Grapefruit soda and stir gently to combine. Garnish with lime wedge.
One unexpected by-product of your Jarritos addiction? The many empty glass bottles you accumulate. Of course, you could simply recycle your empty Jarritos bottles, but why not get creative and upcycle them into a beautiful craft project?
Here are our favorite ways to put our empty Jarritos bottles to good use.
1. Vases
One of the most obvious ways to use old glass bottles is to turn them into vases. But the best thing about this project is that it can be as simple as dropping a flower (real or artificial) into your favorite empty glass bottle. If you’re feeling a bit more ambitious, you can also transform your bottles into works of art using paint and other decorative elements.
We love the clean, modern style of these painted bottle vases. If your style leans more rustic, try making these DIY wall vases using new or reclaimed wood and scraps of leather. And your kids will love making these colorful yarn-wrapped bottle vases and using them to decorate the house.
2. Candlestick holders
Metallic paint instantly takes your old glass bottles from everyday to extraordinary. Use gold, silver, copper or even rose gold spray paint to fancy up your glass bottles and transform them into elegant-looking candlestick holders for your centerpiece or mantel. They especially look great grouped together on a holiday table. Your candlesticks will only look more dramatic and luxe as the wax from your tapered candles drip down!
3. Backyard bird feeder
This adorable DIY project for glass bottle bird feeders will attract plenty of feathered friends to your yard for hours of birdwatching fun. You can even make a version that dispenses sugar syrup to attract hummingbirds!
4. Wind chimes
Wind chimes are an excellent way to add some ambience to your patio, porch or backyard. You can make your own using glass bottles you have around the house! We love this DIY rainbow chime we found on Pinterest, but be sure to search the web for other designs, too.
6. Liquid soap dispenser
It couldn’t be easier to recycle your old glass bottles into cute and eye-catching liquid soap dispensers. Simply find a soap pump that fits your bottle and screw it on after filling the bottle with hand soap. Voila! You’ve got a snazzy new piece of functional home decor.
7. Glass spray bottles
These DIY glass spray bottles will make doing chores feel just a little more fun! All you need to do is find a plastic spray head that fits the mouth of your bottle. Fill your new spray bottle with one of these expert-approved recipes for homemade cleaners for an easy, thrifty and earth-friendly alternative to harsher household cleaners.
8. Homemade holiday decor
One of the best ways to put your empty glass bottles to work is to transform them into holiday decor! Bust our the paints to turn your bottles into ghosts, jack-o-lanterns and monsters for Halloween, and line them up on your windowsill to look out and greet approaching trick-or-treaters. Or simply paint your bottles bright white and incorporate them into a winter wonderland-themed holiday centerpiece like this one. The possibilities here are endless, so be sure to search sites like Pinterest for more ideas.
As the Official Drink of Tacos, Jarritos certainly has a flavorful story to tell. Their fresh fruit ingredients are picked from all over Mexico, and thousands of their soda bottles enter the U.S. daily, so it shouldn’t be a surprise that it’s one of the most beloved soft drink brands around!
But have you ever wondered how these delectable flavors came to be? Here are five facts about this Super-Good soda brand to quench your thirst for knowledge:
1. The Jarritos founder was a bit of a scientist
Back in 1950, Don Francisco “El Güero” Hill founded Jarritos in his own home. He was also an accomplished chemist known for leaving his beakers and journals all over the house, especially in the dining room.
2. Jarritos soda was originally coffee-flavored
Sure, coffee-flavored soda sounds a bit strange, since most people prefer their coffee to be hot and not carbonated. But soon Don Francisco Hill experimented with fruitier fruits to make Mandarin, soon followed by beloved favorites such as Lime, Tamarind and Fruit Punch.
3. The Jarritos logo shares its colors with two popular flavors
Coincidence? Maybe so. In English, “Jarritos” translates into “little jugs”, the same kind of clay jugs on the Jarritos logo that kept fruit-flavored agua frescas cooler longer in the olden days. The little jugs were also naturally brown on the bottom and glazed green on the top — colors that happen to correspond with two of Jarritos’ most popular flavors: Mandarin and Lime!
4. Original Jarritos bottles were unlabeled
Like magic, early Jarritos tasters just knew which flavors to pick by looktheir color. Since Jarritos uses authentic fruit and sugar ingredients, we bet today’s loyal Jarritos tasters could identify their sodas just by taste, too. With over 10 delicious flavors, you have plenty of opportunities to put your tastebuds to the test and try it out for yourself!
5. August 29 is the official anniversary of Jarritos.
On this historic day, Jarritos encourages its customers to celebrate the launch of their sodas by raising a bottle of their favorite flavor in honor of their founder, Don Francisco. Salud!
To learn more about what makes these Mexican sodas so deliciously delightful, visit Jarritos online.
The countdown to Thanksgiving has officially begun! This wholesome holiday is all about cherishing time with our loved ones while chowing down on a yummy home-cooked meal (and eating leftovers for days!)
If you’re hoping to make your festivities the talk of the dinner table, or if you just want to have some family fun, consider celebrating with Jarritos! Here are three clever ways you can incorporate this Super Good soda into your Thanksgiving celebrations.
1. Create a centerpiece out of Jarritos bottles
Yep, it’s as easy as it sounds! Simply grab a handful of empty Jarritos bottles to use as vases and arrange them to make a centerpiece that’s just as eye-catching as the dishes on your table. Stuff the bottles with flowers of your choice, or take notes from this harvest party tutorial and try popular fall florals such as sunflowers, roses and carnations.
2. Make turkeys out of Jarritos bottles
Grab the kids to help out with a couple of these Jarritos-inspired Thanksgiving craft projects. Check out this tutorial to learn how to make turkeys out of used Jarritos bottle caps with googly eyes and construction paper. You can also use the same items in this tutorial to make a turkey out of an empty Jarritos bottle, adding tissue paper to create the bird’s colorful feathers!
3. Use Jarritos in your drink recipes
Of course, your Thanksgiving feast would be incomplete without some refreshments around the table! Add a splash of Pineapple Jarritos into this fall party Pineapple Punch recipe that includes apple cider and ginger ale. You can also try your hand at a bowl of Sparkling Cranberry Lime using Lime Jarritos, cranberry juice and sparkling water, garnished with orange slices or seasonal fruit.
Keep brainstorming this year’s Thanksgiving celebration by discovering the flavors of Jarritos online!
It’s that time of the year again! Oct. 4 marks National Taco Day, a celebration for the beloved dish that is the taco. The biggest taco fans can rejoice in the art of crafting their favorite food, from soft and hard shell choices to adding endless toppings that’ll satisfy all taste buds.
But who says the festivities should stop after one day? If you’re too taco-obsessed for a single National Taco Day fiesta, try one (or more!) of these seven ways to keep the celebration going all month long.
1. Seek out authentic taquerias in your town
The best tacos to have are the ones made by experts using recipes that have been passed down for generations, so consider making a pit stop at a family-owned taqueria near you. Not only does this give you a reason to get out and explore your town’s culinary scene, but it’s also a fantastic way to support local businesses. Whether you’re looking for an up-and-coming spot or a decades-old staple, show some love to your hometown!
2. Learn about the history of tacos
Have you ever wondered who invented the tastiness that is a taco? Put your reading glasses on and take a trip down taco memory lane to research its roots and learn about its evolution from street food to fast food. We recommend watching the Taco Chronicles, a Netflix docuseries that explores the rich histories of popular, mouthwatering taco styles!
3. Pair your tacos with Jarritos
As the Official Drink of Tacos, Jarritos is the obvious choice to keep you quenched during your taco feast! Take a look at our list of Jarritos flavors that we recommend pairing with popular types of tacos.
4. Throw a make-your-own-taco party
What’s a better way to celebrate National Taco Day than with a proper fiesta? Get your guests to create their favorite tacos, buffet style! Check out our tips on building your own self-serve taco bar for your next taco get-together.
5. Dress yourself (or your pets!) up like a taco
Celebrate National Taco Day in style and get a head start on your Halloween costume at the same time! Get your furry companions in on the fun with by picking out an adorable taco-themed pet costume and find your own equally taco-tastic outfit to match in.
6. Learn how to make your own tortillas
There’s nothing like eating a meal that you’ve made yourself from scratch. Try your hand at being an authentic taco chef by making some of your own handmade tortillas. It might get a little messy in the kitchen, but at least your appetite will be satisfied afterward!
7. Make some dessert tacos
If you’re looking to liven up your taco skills, look up some taco recipes that add a sweet twist! Learn how to make a batch of healthy tamarindo tacos with cucumbers and carrots, along with choco tacos sprinkled with extra fudge and peanuts.
Visit Jarritos online to learn more about the super-good flavors you can use to accompany your National Taco Day celebration!
Did someone say taco night?! Whether you’re having a casual Taco Tuesday dinner or a big friendly gathering, the taco-serving options seem to be endless. But if you’ve got a crowd to feed, consider building a self-serve taco bar — and since Jarritos is the Official Drink of Tacos, you’ll definitely need some of this super-good Mexican soda handy to keep everyone quenched.
Read up on five of our taco-tastic tips for making your next taco night one to remember!
Choose your fillings
Seasoned ground beef and grilled chicken are both common taco fillings in the U.S., but if you want to up your taco game with something more authentic, try your hand at smoky carne asa, rich barbacoa, crispy carnitas or saucy chicken tinga. Be sure to prepare two or three different options so that your guests can mix and match their taco fillings according to their preferences.
Stock up on tortillas
It’s an age-old debate: Flour or corn tortillas? Everyone has their favorite! Keep the whole room happy by stocking up on both choices. Wrap the tortillas in foil and warm them in a 200-degree oven, and then when it’s time to serve, store them in a tortilla dish for warmth and easy serving.
Keep the toppings fresh
Provide enough topping options to allow your guests to pack their tacos full with flavor. Must-haves include queso fresco, minced white onion and/or pickled red onion, pico de gallo, sliced jalapeños and cilantro. If you’re serving rice and beans alongside the tacos, break out a Crock-Pot or a pre-heated serving tray handy to keep your sides warm.
Don’t forget the salsa, guac and sour cream
It’s simply impossible to build a proper taco bar without this trifecta of Tex-Mex taco toppings! Serve these tasty additions in small bowls with spoons so that your guests can top their tacos before taking that perfect first bite.
Break out the Jarritos!
Jarritos are the obvious drink choice to pair with your scrumptious taco feast. Place your favorite flavors in a large serving bucket filled with ice about an hour before the meal starts so that your drinks will be perfectly ice-cold once it’s time to chow down. From the tang of Mandarin to the classic sweetness of Mexican Cola, you’ll have a rainbow of flavors to choose from to complement your culinary creations.
Visit Jarritos online to browse more of their super-good flavors to accompany your next taco night!
Nothing beats popping the top off a refreshing bottle of Jarritos soda, and the best part is having such a vibrant rainbow of juicy flavors to choose from. Each flavor has its own special fruity tang, but we all have our special favorite that we keep coming back to again and again.
But have you ever wondered whether your go-to Jarritos flavor reflects your personality? Check out this fun rundown of what your favorite Jarritos flavor says about you.
MANDARIN
Mandarin packs a powerful combination of tangy and sweet that will leaving you glowing after your first sip. If this refreshing flavor is your favorite, you likely have a vibrant personality paired with a contagious smile that lights up any room you step into.
STRAWBERRY
Did you know that strawberries were once associated with Venus, the Roman goddess of love, because of their heart-shaped appearance and red color? Strawberry lovers can rejoice — this sweet flavor mirrors your big-hearted ways. You’re not shy about expressing your feelings, and when it comes to romance, you love to sweep your sweethearts off their feet.
LIME
Limes provide the perfect hint of pucker in everything from marinades to margaritas, so it’s easy to see why so many people call Lime their favorite Jarritos flavor. If you’re among them, we bet you’re a natural entertainer who knows just what a crowd needs to stay on their feet. Basically, you add a lime-like twist to every gathering — parties just aren’t the same without you!
TAMARIND
Tamarind can be used as a spice, dried and processed into candies, and, yep — it’s one of Jarritos’ most popular flavors! Tamarind’s possibilities are endless, and so are yours. Creativity is constantly brewing in your brain, and your out-of-the-box thinking helps bring new ideas to the table. You simply make trying new things a delight!
GUAVA
Guava trees thrive in many of the world’s tropical and subtropical regions with warm climates — the ideal destinations to fulfill your wanderlust. Whether you’re hopping on a plane or cruising down the highway, you’ve got a burning need to explore new places with plenty of sun.
GRAPEFRUIT
Sugar is often sprinkled over grapefruit to mute its bitterness. If you love Jarritos Grapefruit, we’re not saying you’re a bitter person — you just have a sweet side waiting to be discovered under a tough exterior. Getting a little personal might be a challenge for you, but who wouldn’t want to get to know you? Don’t be afraid to show off your tart and tangy side!
FRUIT PUNCH
Jarritos Fruit Punch is jam-packed with a jumble of classic fruity flavors. There’s a lot to love about this sweet drink, and the same could be said about you! You’re brimming with so much upbeat positivity that your loved ones just can’t seem to pick what your best trait is — and neither can we!
MEXICAN COLA
What better way to honor Mexico than with its own flavor? Jarritos calls this beautiful country home, and because home is where the heart is, Mexican Cola is perfect for all the homebodies out there. This classic, familiar flavor is just as refreshing as tea on a rainy day, or for pairing with your go-to snacks while you binge-watch a show.
PINEAPPLE
Doesn’t the summery flavor of pineapple just make you want to lay under the sun? Everyone loves to relax, but pineapple fans are all about their waterside getaways. Whether you’re enjoying an extended stay by the beach or lounging by the pool for a day, neither experience will be complete without a crisp glass of Jarritos Pineapple goodness.
JAMAICA (HIBISCUS)
Made from hibiscus flowers, the refreshingly sweet Jamaica flavor suits nature lovers of all stripes! Outdoor excursions like biking, camping and hiking are a breeze for you, and keeping a bottle of Jarritos Jamaica handy will recharge you for your next adventure. While you’re outside, don’t forget to stop and smell the flowers!
MANGO
Because of its massive popularity around the world, the mango is commonly known as “the king of fruits.” Those who can’t get enough of this powerful flavor are born leaders, willing to take initiative and step up to the plate. It’s no surprise that your peers look to you for guidance — you’ve just got what it takes!
If you want to learn more about what makes Jarritos super-good, visit their website to browse all their flavors and discover just what has made these sodas so beloved by tastemakers everywhere.
You don’t have to be a foodie to appreciate good food. And you don’t have to be a Spanish speaker to navigate the aisles of Mexican specialty foods at your grocery store, where you’ll find plenty of good eats.
The next time you need to make a grocery run, keep your eyes peeled for these six delicious Mexican imports that will up your pantry game.
1. Jarritos Fruit Sodas
Who makes it: Jarritos (which means “little jars” in Spanish) is a Mexican company established in 1950. From the start, founder Francisco Hill understood the importance of giving Jarritos a juicy, lip-smacking savor. Not only did he create the world’s first tamarind soda, but in so doing, he also developed an ingenious, innovative process for distilling the essence of the fruit. Over the next several years, he expanded to more fruit flavors, especially ones found in orchards and groves across Mexico.
Why foodies love it: What’s not to love? From mandarin to guava to hibiscus (or Jamaica, as it’s known in the U.S.), Jarritos’ bold, fruit-forward flavors and cheery colors set the brand apart from traditional sodas. So too does the company’s commitment to using only natural sugars (no high fructose corn syrup) and flavors. Even more refreshing, there’s less carbonation in Jarritos than in other popular sodas, and never any caffeine. Kids especially love the fun colors and punchy flavors.
Flavors to try: Pineapple, Mango, Strawberry, Lime, Mango, Grapefruit, Guava, Mexican Cola, Fruit Punch, Tamarind, Jamaica — heck, try all of them!
2. Ibarra Chocolate
Who makes it: Ibarra is produced by Chocolatera de Jalisco in Guadalajara, Jalisco, Mexico. Ibarra is its best-known product with a presence throughout Mexico as well as in the Americas and parts of Europe.
Why people love it: Often found in gourmet shops, this Mexican chocolate para mesa (which means “table chocolate”) has a richer cocoa flavor than its American counterparts. Because of its undissolved granulated sugar and its rough and gritty texture, table chocolate is not meant to be eaten like a chocolate bar (although Ibarra tablets can be eaten). It is used primarily to make hot cocoa in traditional Mexican form and champurrados, a traditional Mexican chocolate drink.
3. D’Gari Gelatins
Who makes it: D’Gari makes a variety of delicious foods that have been a Mexican tradition for more than 65 years.
Why people love it: Innovative flavors that you can’t find anywhere else like Crystal — it’s transparent — and recipes such as this one keep customers coming back for more.
Mango & Strawberry Gelatin
Ingredients:
- 1 package of mango flavor D’Gari gelatin
- 1 package of strawberry flavor D’Gari gelatin
- 3.5 oz strawberries cut into slices
- 2 oz mango gummies, chilled
- 12 oz. cut peaches in syrup
- Vegetable oil
Directions:
Grease the mold for gelatin. Prepare mango gelatin according to package instructions. Place the peaches at the bottom of the mold in a circle. Pour the gelatin into the mold and refrigerate until semi-set.
Prepare the strawberry gelatin according to the package instructions. Pour a little of the strawberry flavor gelatin into the mango gelatin layer and refrigerate until semi-set.
Remove the mold from the refrigerator and arrange the rolled strawberries to your liking, pour the rest of the jelly until the mold is filled and refrigerate until it sets. Remove mold and decorate with mango gummies.
4. Cielito Chile Powder
Who makes it: Cielito Chili Powder is manufactured in Mexico by Grupo Vida, a company founded in 1982.
Why people love it: Flavors like regular, extra hot and habanero have garnered Cielto Chile Powers legions of fans north and south of the border. Use it in place of regular salt to give a unique spicy kick to guacamole, pico de gallo, salad or beans. It makes fruits and vegetables taste delicious!
5. Camaronazo
Who makes it: Novamex has been exporting authentic Hispanic, natural and organic brands to the United States and the rest of the world since 1986.
Why people love it: Camaronazo is a shrimp-based tomato juice that has three flavors: Regular, Spicy and Chelada lime. It can be used to make great-tasting foods like shrimp cocktail, ceviche and Mexican rice. Micheladas, also known as “red beer” made with spicy tomato juice, taste great when made with Camaronazo since it contains real shrimp. Another popular cocktail is called “Bloody Maria,” a delicious drink made with tequila and Camaronazo.
6. Tepachito
Who makes it: Novamex has been exporting authentic Hispanic, natural and organic brands to the United States and the rest of the world since 1986.
Why people love it: Crafted in the tradition of real authentic Mexican tepache, this non-alcoholic carbonated cider is bursting with fresh pineapple flavor plus a hint of lime and sweetened with cinnamon.
Sponsored by Jarritos, Mexico’s most popular soda brand. Jarritos is more refreshing than your average soda, thanks to the company’s longstanding commitment to using only natural sugars and flavors, such as mandarin, strawberry, pineapple, mango, lime and grapefruit. Jarritos sodas are also caffeine-free. Visit the Jarritos website to learn more about what makes their sodas super good and to find a Jarritos retailer near you.
We hold this truth to be self-evident: Everyone loves a cold, refreshing beverage. Whether you require relief on a sweltering summer day, or your thirst needs quenching after hours spent playing in the snow, nothing tastes better than a naturally sweetened soda or chilled agua fresca.
Unfortunately, sometimes little inconveniences can interfere with these drinks hitting the spot as they should. That’s why we’re offering a few tips and tricks to guarantee your optimal sipping experience. Keep reading to discover some clever drink hacks — and to establish your reputation as beverage MacGyver.
Open a bottle without an opener
If you ever find yourself needing to crack open a cold one but don’t have a bottle opener handy, get ready to impress. Various household objects can help you vanquish even the crimp-iest of bottle caps, all while wowing any onlookers.
No church key? No problem. you can use a sturdy spoon to knock off the cap. Firmly grasp the bottle’s neck near the top and wedge the bottom of the spoon between your index finger and the cap. Then, wedge the free end of the spoon down with your other hand.
Everybody knows paper beats rock. But did you know that it also beats bottle caps? Take a dollar bill, fold it in half vertically, then roll it as tightly as you possibly can. Place the bent edge against the bottom of the bottle cap and push upwards. Just like that, you’ll earn yourself the title “life of the party.”
Chill drinks quickly
There are few feelings worse than being hit with a craving for a frosty beverage and discovering that you only have room-temperature bottles and cans sitting in the pantry. But fear not. Thanks to a bit of basic chemistry, you can quickly cool your drinks without resorting to pouring them over ice — and waiting.
First, fill a large bowl with as much water and ice as you can. Next, add salt. You will need more than a pinch, however. Think here in terms of tablespoons and cups. Finally, submerge the drinks you want to chill as deeply as you can, making sure that they don’t crowd together. The key is to allow enough icy water to circulate around each bottle or can. In as few as five minutes, you should be ready to enjoy your cold drink.
How does this work? Salt lowers the freezing point of water, meaning the temperature of the liquid in your bowl (or cooler) can drop substantially without turning into a solid block of ice. Three cheers for science!
If you happen to be out of salt, all is not lost. Completely wrap a bottle in a wet paper towel. Stick said bottle in the freezer for fifteen minutes, then remove it. At this point, it should be cool enough to enjoy to its last drop. Just make sure you set a timer. Bottles and cans can explode if they sit in the freezer for too long, and a blown-out drink is the ultimate party foul.
Up your ice game
If you really want to get the most from your drinks, you probably need to level up in your ice game. The cubes churned out by your freezer’s ice maker or standard trays can certainly cool beverages, but they tend to melt quickly, watering down your drink of choice.
Luckily, it’s possible to head this scenario off at the pass in a couple of ways. First, you can use larger ice molds. The increased surface area claimed by big ice cubes significantly slows their melting.
Another option is whiskey stones. These reusable cubes are made of odorless, tasteless soapstone. Just put them in the freezer for several hours and they’ll be ready to go. Your beverage will stay frosty with absolutely no dilution.
Finally, if you’re pouring a fruity drink, you can always freeze fruit and drop it into a glass first. Whole strawberries, tangerine slices and pineapple chunks are all great choices, depending on the flavor combo you want to pull off.
Make the most of flat soda
Letting a bottle of soda sit for a prolonged period of time with its cap off is a recipe for disappointment. Alas, poor carbonation, we knew you well. But a lack of fizz need not be a source of fretting. Flat soda still has something to offer.
For one thing, you can turn your de-carbonated drink into ice cubes so you won’t have a watered-down experience next time you crave a super-cold soda.
Flat soda also takes well to heat. Soda that’s lost its bubbles hasn’t given up all of its acidic compounds. When braising or slow-cooking meat — especially brisket, pork roast or a whole chicken — those ingredients still bring flavor and tenderizing action to the table.
You don’t even have to be a culinary genius to get some use out of this concoction. Flat soda can give you a green thumb. The next time you water your houseplants, add a few drops of the stuff. Your flora will really pop thanks to the extra dose of sugar soda delivers.
Wine charms aren’t just for wine
It’s happened to each of us: You’re at a party, and you put your drink down for a split second. When you return to pick it up, half-a-dozen other drinks have appeared on the same table, and you have no idea which one is yours. Do you risk taking a swig from what could be a random bottle?
Ultimately, that’s a decision only you can make. However, you can avoid these situations entirely by utilizing wine charms. Just place one of these accessories around the rim of your bottle. You’ll never question which drink belongs to you. Plus, you’ll probably receive compliments on your choice of beverage bling.
Searching for your next favorite soda? Jarritos is Mexico’s most famous maker of soft drinks. They also happen to be one of the world’s leading companies when it comes to creating unique — and uniquely palate-delighting — fruit-based sodas. Jarritos’ super-good beverages are sure to enliven your next gathering, no matter what the occasion. Visit their website today see where you can find Jarritos’ most popular flavors at a store near you.
Glass soda bottles: Back in the day, you used to be able to return them for a deposit. Then it became common practice to recycle them. But why not take it a step further and upcycle your glass bottles by turning them into a creative crafting project?
The next time you’re tempted to toss that empty soda bottle in the recycling bin, hit pause and try one of these eight techniques for extending its usefulness — and its life. You might be surprised at all the creative things you can make with a little handiwork, ingenuity and inspiration.
1. Rolling pin
No rolling pin? No problem. Just grab an empty bottle and use it to roll out dough for your next baking project. It’s a good idea to put the dough between sheets of wax paper or plastic wrap before rolling to keep it from sticking to the bottle. Chilling the bottle first will also help.
2. Vase
It’s easy to repurpose old soda bottles into charming vases for your favorite flowers. You can put as much (or as little) creativity into this project as you like. It requires zero effort to use the bottle just as it is — or you may choose to paint the outside, swirl paint inside for a Venetian glass effect, or wrap the bottle with string or ribbon using a hot glue gun. The result will be a unique, handmade home accessory that will instantly liven up any space.
3. Bottle tree
Add some offbeat yard art to your landscaping by creating a kaleidoscopic bottle tree. There are many fascinating ways to arrange bottles on real trees or specially built bottle tree frames. You can find inspiration and project instructions on both Pinterest and the HGTV website.
4. Bottle vase centerpiece
If a single soda bottle makes a good vase, a six-pack can make an even better one! There’s a lot to love about a handcrafted bottle vase centerpiece. It’s easy to make, can be used indoors or out, and the flora in the vases can be switched out as the seasons change. Find instructions for this project here. Pro tip: Have the wood pre-cut at the hardware store to save on time, effort and the number of tools you’ll need.
5. Votive candle holders
There are a couple of ways to tackle this eye-catching project for glass bottle votives. You can cut off the top of the bottle and place a tea light inside, or cut off the bottom of the bottle and place the remaining form over the candle. You can find some instructions for the latter technique here.
6. Bottle bell wind chime
Wind chimes can bring a touch of zen to any patio or backyard space. You can make your own natural music using an empty glass bottle, and this tutorial will show you how.
7. Drinking glasses
Tell the tumblers in the cabinet to move over, because your new favorite drinking glasses — handmade out of upcycled soda bottles — are moving in! While there may be a bit of a learning curve to this undertaking, the results are so worth it. The trick is to be sure to smooth out the rims thoroughly. Here’s how to do it.
8. Bottle chandelier
You’ll find plenty of designs for chandeliers made of recycled bottles online. What most of them have in common are bottles with the bottoms cut out, lights strung inside and a wood or metal holder to suspend them from the ceiling. Given that this project involves both glass cutting and some minor electrical work, it’s best tackled by crafting experts, but the outcome is absolutely stunning. Learn how to make your own here.
If you’re looking for some attractive glass bottles to use in your next crafting project, check out Jarritos, Mexico’s No. 1 soft drink brand. Not only are Jarritos bottles beautiful to look at, but they also happen to contain unique — and uniquely palate-delighting — fruit-based sodas. Jarritos’ super-good beverages are sure to satisfy both your taste buds and your creativity. Visit their website today to see where you can find Jarritos’ most popular flavors at a store near you.