"Drinko de Mayo" replaces "Cinco de Drinko" as second most celebrated holiday in May

Recent polls show that "Cinco de Drinko" is no longer the second most celebrated holiday in May. Previously second to Memorial Day*, "Cinco de Drinko" has lost the #2 spot to "Drinko de Mayo".

"Drinko de Mayo", literally meaning "May of Drinking", has gained popularity over the former holiday as it lasts the whole month of May instead of on one day. California grocery stores have reported increased sales of taco shells, tortillas, tortilla chips, salsa, and limes during the month and liquor stores report increased sales of Mexican beer and Tequila such as Corona and Jose Cuervo.

Popular beverages for Drink de Mayo
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We interviewed Juan De Rákun of Norwalk last weekend to learn more about the holiday. We found him outside of M&P Liquor.

"I haven't celebrated Cinco de Drinko since like, 2007 man. Drinko de Mayo is the thing! Why celebrate for only one day when I can celebrate the whole month! Siesta baby wooooooooo!"

As "Drinko de Mayo" becomes more popular, "Cinco de Drinko" has started to lose popularity. In Davis, CA students at the university hosted a sit-in to protest "insensitive parties" on the weekend with dress codes including sombreros and border patrol officer uniforms. A protest in response to the original protest is scheduled to occur the first week of June after participants recover from their month-long hangovers.

*Memorial Day is the most celebrated holiday in the month of May by the number of people who participate, but "Drinko de Mayo" is the most celebrated by number of total hours.