Mista Karoge na Tequila

Since 2006, tequila shots, lime and salt have become synonymous with karaoke in the capital. To encourage liquid courage and also offer an incentives most joints settled to offering a free shot of tequila for all singers.

About twelve litres of tequila is consumed in over twelve karaoke outlets per week. Cuero Jose should patia these guys sponsorship.

In Nairobi, most karaoke outlets offer a single shot of tequila; often served with salt and a slice of lime. This is called "tequila cruda" and makes Nairobi girls scream "lick-shoot-suck" (referring to the way in which the combination of ingredients is imbibed). The drinker moistens the back of their hand below the index finger (usually by licking) and pours on the salt. Then the salt is licked off the hand, the tequila is drunk, and the fruit slice is quickly bitten.

Though the traditional Mexican shot is straight tequila, lime is the fruit of choice when a chaser must be used.It is believed that the salt lessens the "burn" of the tequila and the sour fruit balances and enhances the flavor.

In upmarket lounges and bars like Santa Fe Lounge & Grill and Galileo Xtreme, tequila oro (gold) is often consumed with cinnamon on a slice of orange after.

Finally, as with other popular liquors, there exist a number of shot-related drinking games and "stunt" drinks such as body shots.

What other ways do you consume your tequila?

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