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El Diablo

A low-proof blanco tequila cocktail with crème de cassis, ginger beer, and lemon juice. It is tart, lightly sweet, and about 13% ABV.
Siembra Azul Blanco TequilaHouse Ginger BeerLemon JuiceTheuriet Creme de CassisLemon WheelCandied Ginger
3
22.9g.75 oz
5
Rocks
Glass
Shake with ice and strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with ice
Volume218 ml
Strength13% ABV
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)70 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar11 g (4.9%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.72%
Sweet vs sourBalanced

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