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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