El Diablo recipe

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Devilish tequila, cassis and ginger beer long drink, served on ice in a tumbler.

Fantasy Long Great classics
Volume 17.5 cl
Alcohol 11 %
Calories / serving 176 kcal
Colour Red, Pink
Published 10/2026
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Ingredients

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Preparation

  1. Pour the tequila, crème de cassis and lime juice into a shaker filled with ice.
  2. Shake, then strain into a tumbler filled with ice cubes.
  3. Top up with ginger beer and stir gently.

Serving

This cocktail is served in:

Tumbler

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History

First published in 1946 as the “Mexican El Diablo” in a Trader Vic book, it was originally made with ginger ale; ginger beer has since taken over for extra bite.

Decoration

Garnish with a lime wedge and a few fresh blackberries.

Variation

For a smokier version, replace half of the tequila with mezcal.

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Frequently asked questions

What else is El Diablo called?

The El Diablo cocktail is also known as el diablo, halloween cocktail, tequila cassis, tequila ginger beer.

Which glass should El Diablo be served in?

It is recommended to serve this recipe in a Tumbler.

What is the volume of El Diablo?

The volume of the El Diablo cocktail is 17.5 cl.

What is the alcohol content of El Diablo?

The alcohol content of the El Diablo recipe is 11%.

How many calories are in El Diablo?

One serving of El Diablo provides about 176 calories.

What colour is El Diablo?

The El Diablo cocktail is Red, Pink in colour.

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Excessive alcohol consumption is harmful to your health; please drink responsibly. This cocktail is not recommended for pregnant women.

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Updated on 17/10/2026

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