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El Diablo

A spicy, tart cocktail combining tequila, crème de cassis, lime juice, and ginger beer for a refreshing kick.

El Diablo
Tequila
Ginger Beer
Crème de Cassis
Cocktail
4.7 / 5
5 min
Prep Time
Servings
El Diablo
$6.50
Ingredients
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Step-by-Step Instructions
1

Combine tequila, cassis, lime

In a highball glass filled with ice, add tequila, crème de cassis, and lime juice.

💡 Tips:

  • Use fresh lime juice for best flavor.
Estimated time: 1 min
2

Top with ginger beer

Pour ginger beer over the top and stir gently.

💡 Tips:

  • Do not over-stir to preserve carbonation.
Estimated time: 1 min
3

Garnish

Add a lime wedge for garnish.

💡 Tips:

  • Serve immediately while fizzy.
Estimated time: 1 min
Flavor Profile
Spicy
Tart
Sweet
Refreshing
Alcohol Content
15-18% ABV (approx.)
Enjoy responsibly!
Fun Fact
El Diablo was popularized in the 1940s in Northern California, taking its name from the fiery kick of ginger beer.
Bartender's Tips
  • 💡Adjust ginger beer for sweetness or spiciness.
  • 💡Use quality tequila for smoother flavor.
  • 💡Serve in a chilled glass for maximum refreshment.
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