1 serving
El Guapo ingredients
These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.
| Ingredient | Amount | cl | oz | parts |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Lime | 0.5 piece | — | — | — |
Cucumber | 4 slice | — | — | — |
MezcalSource suggests this bottle (not required): Del Maguey Vida Clásico | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Tequila Blanco | 30 ml | 3 cl | 1 oz | 2 parts |
Rich Simple Syrup | 15 ml | 1.5 cl | 0.5 oz | 1 part |
Hot Pepper Sauce | 3 dash | — | — | — |
Salt (optional) | 1 pinch | — | — | Optional |
Black Pepper (optional) | 1 pinch | — | — | Optional |
Garnish: Exactly one lime wedge with a restrained salt-and-black-pepper sprinkle
Method
How to make El Guapo
Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.
- 01
Pre-chill one old-fashioned glass and prepare exactly one lime wedge.
- 02
Chop half a fresh lime and place it in a shaker with four cucumber slices.
- 03
Muddle the lime and cucumber firmly to release their juice and aroma.
- 04
Add mezcal, blanco tequila, rich syrup, hot pepper sauce, and hard ice.
- 05
Shake until thoroughly cold, then dump the entire contents into the chilled glass.
- 06
Add the single lime wedge, sprinkle lightly with salt and cracked black pepper, and serve immediately.
Tasting profile
What does El Guapo taste like?
The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are freshness (5/5) and strength (4/5).
Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.
Quick answers
El Guapo questions
What is in a El Guapo?
Kokto’s build uses lime, cucumber, mezcal, tequila blanco, rich simple syrup, and hot pepper sauce, with optional items shown separately in the table.
How long does a El Guapo take to make?
The governed recipe allows about 6 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.
How is a El Guapo prepared?
It uses a shaken method and is served in a rocks. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.
Is a El Guapo alcohol-free?
No. This Kokto recipe contains alcoholic ingredients and is intended only for adults of legal drinking age.
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Evidence
Sources & editorial note
The ingredients and steps above are Kokto's recipe specification. An external classic reference may use different amounts or techniques; follow one complete specification when mixing.
- Cocktail App English editorial catalog B230https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/41647/el-guapo · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
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