Prep Time: 4 minutes minutes
Course: Drinks
Cuisine: American
Keyword: cinco de mayo cocktails, classic tequila cocktails, creme de cassis cocktails, ginger beer cocktails, Mexican cocktails
Servings: 1
- 2 oz reposado tequila
- 1/2 oz fresh lime juice
- 1/2 oz crème de cassis
- 2-3 oz ginger beer
- Lime wedge for garnish
Fill a cocktail shaker with ice.
Add reposado tequila, fresh lime juice, and crème de cassis to the shaker.
Shake the mixture well until it's chilled.
Fill a Collins glass with ice.
Strain the mixture into the Collins glass.
Top the glass with ginger beer.
Garnish the drink with a lime wedge.
Pro Tips
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Use a quality ginger beer with a strong bite for the best balance.
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If you prefer a sweeter profile, add a splash more crème de cassis.
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For added aroma, express the oils of the lime wedge over the drink before dropping it in.