El Diablo
Base Spirit
Tequila
Flavour Type
Fruity, Spicy
Cocktail Type
Exotic
A tequila-based cocktail with crème de cassis, lime juice, and ginger beer.
Origin/History
Created by Trader Vic in the 1940s.
Serving Instructions
Shake tequila, crème de cassis, and lime juice with ice, strain into an ice-filled glass, top with ginger beer.
Occassion
Summer, Social gatherings
Year of Creation
1940s
Classic/Modern
Exotic
Garnishes
Lime wheel
Aroma
Citrus, Spicy Ginger
Texture/Consistency
Fizzy, Tangy
Pairings
Mexican cuisine, Spicy dishes
Fun Facts
El Diablo' means 'The Devil' in Spanishalluding to its bold flavors.
Shaking/Stirring Instructions
Shake well with ice, top with ginger beer
Ingredients
- Tequila
- Crème de cassis
- Lime juice
- Ginger beer
Preparation Method
- 45 ml tequila
- 15 ml crème de cassis
- 15 ml lime juice
- ginger beer to top
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