Celebrate the upcoming Miss Universe 2024 finals with a selection of festive cocktails that honor the cultural heritage of the contestants. This year’s event, taking place in Mexico City, features 90 contestants showcasing their national costumes and evening gowns, culminating in the coronation of the new Miss Universe.

Miss USA – Alma Cooper

Drink Pairing: Autumn Whiskey Sour
This cocktail reflects Alma’s strength and sophistication with its blend of bourbon, honey, and charred rosemary.

Ingredients:

• 2 parts Basil Hayden® Bourbon
• 1 part fresh lemon juice
• ¾ part honey
• 2 dashes apple cider vinegar
• 1 dash Angostura® bitters
• 1 sprig charred rosemary (for garnish)

Instructions:

1. Combine all ingredients in a cocktail shaker with ice.
2. Shake vigorously, strain into a rocks glass, and garnish with charred rosemary.

Miss México – María Fernanda Beltrán

Drink Pairing: Sweater Weather Margarita
A festive twist on the classic margarita incorporating passion fruit and cinnamon, mirroring María’s entrepreneurial spirit.

Ingredients (Serves 1):

• 1.25 oz Astral Tequila Reposado
• 0.25 oz cinnamon-infused orange liqueur
• 0.5 oz fresh lime juice
• 0.25 oz passion fruit syrup
• Garnish: Cinnamon stick

Instructions:

1. Shake all ingredients with ice.
2. Strain into an ice-filled rocks glass and garnish with a cinnamon stick.

Miss Chile – Emilia Dides

Drink Pairing: Dragon’s Hpnosis
A colorful, fruit-forward twist on the Pisco Sour, representing the elegance of Miss Chile.

Ingredients:

• 1.5 oz Capurro Pisco
• 0.75 oz Hpnotiq
• 0.5 oz dragon fruit syrup
• 0.5 oz fresh pineapple juice
• 1 oz fresh key lime juice
• 1 egg white
• Garnish: Bitters design, red dragon fruit slice

Instructions:

1. Combine ingredients (except egg white) in a shaker.
2. Shake with ice, strain, and garnish as desired.

Miss Jamaica – Rachel Silvera

Drink Pairing: Berry Smash Punch
Combining Jamaican rum and mixed berries, this punch captures Rachel’s vibrant personality.

Ingredients:

• 4 fl oz Captain Morgan Original Spiced Rum
• 2 fl oz orange liqueur
• 16 fl oz pomegranate juice
• 8 fl oz ginger beer
• 2 cups mixed seasonal berries
• Garnish: Mint and thyme

Instructions:

1. Muddle berries in a pitcher.
2. Mix in rum, liqueur, juice, and ginger beer.
3. Serve over ice garnished with mint and thyme.

Miss Venezuela – Ileana Márquez

Drink Pairing: Diplomático Old Fashioned
This drink reflects Venezuela’s rum heritage and Ileana’s grace.

Ingredients:

• 50 ml Diplomático Reserva Exclusiva
• 5 ml sugar syrup
• 3 dashes of bitters
• Garnish: Orange peel

Instructions:

1. Combine syrup and bitters in a glass, add ice and rum, and stir.
2. Garnish with an expressed orange peel.

Tips for a Miss Universe Watch Party

• Feature Non-Alcoholic Options: Include mocktails or local non-alcoholic beverages.
• Get Creative with Garnishes: Use cultural touches in your garnishes.
• Set Up a DIY Drink Bar: Let guests create their own drinks with provided ingredients.

These cocktails not only celebrate the contestants but also enhance your viewing experience for the Miss Universe finals.