El Diablo

Tequila Moderate Classic

Ingredients

90 ml Ginger Beer
45 ml Tequila Blanco
15 ml Lime Juice
15 ml Crème de Cassis
15 ml Crème de Cassis
15 ml Lime Juice
90 ml Ginger Beer
45 ml Tequila Blanco

Garnish

Lime
Lime

Tools & Glassware

Highball glass

Directions

Add tequila and lime juice to a highball glass filled with ice
Top with chilled ginger beer
Slowly pour the crème de cassis over the top, it will sink, creating a beautiful gradient effect
Spritz lime oil mist once over the drink, then garnish with a lime wheel

History

The El Diablo cocktail dates back to the 1940s, first appearing in Trader Vic’s Book of Food and Drink (1946), where it was listed as the Mexican El Diablo. The drink combines tequila, crème de cassis, lime juice, and ginger beer, creating a bold, slightly spicy, and fruity profile. Originally, the recipe called for ginger ale, but modern versions often use ginger beer for a stronger kick. The cocktail has gained popularity in recent years, appearing on menus at bars across the U.S. and even being ranked among the 50 most popular cocktails worldwide.

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