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Classic El Diablo Cocktail with Tequila

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  • Author: ChefEmma
  • Prep Time: 5 minutes
  • Cook Time: 0 minutes
  • Total Time: 5 minutes
  • Yield: 1 serving 1x
  • Category: Drinks
  • Method: Built
  • Cuisine: Mexican
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

The Classic El Diablo Cocktail is a bold and refreshing tequila-based drink featuring crème de cassis, lime juice, and ginger beer, creating a perfect balance of sweet, tart, and spicy flavors.


Ingredients

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  • 2 ounces tequila (blanco or reposado)
  • 1/2 ounce crème de cassis
  • 1/2 ounce fresh lime juice
  • 3 ounces ginger beer
  • Ice
  • Lime wedge or wheel, for garnish

Instructions

  1. Fill a highball or Collins glass with ice.
  2. Add tequila, crème de cassis, and lime juice to the glass.
  3. Top with ginger beer and stir gently to combine.
  4. Garnish with a lime wedge or wheel. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Use a quality ginger beer for best flavor—spicy and not overly sweet.
  • Reposado tequila adds depth, but blanco works well for a lighter profile.
  • For a stronger berry flavor, add a few extra drops of crème de cassis.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cocktail
  • Calories: 185
  • Sugar: 16g
  • Sodium: 5mg
  • Fat: 0g
  • Saturated Fat: 0g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 0g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 18g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 0g
  • Cholesterol: 0mg