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Shaken · 1 serving

El Torado

A balanced shaken cocktail combining tequila reposado, apple cider, dry vermouth.

Short answer

El Torado is a shaken cocktail made with tequila reposado, apple cider, and dry vermouth. The recipe below makes 1 serving, with exact quantities, optional garnishes and steps; preparation takes about 4 minutes.
Time4 min
MethodShaken
GlassCoupe
LevelEasy
By Kokto EditorialCatalog reviewed Kokto published catalog snapshotHow we review recipes

1 serving

El Torado ingredients

These original amounts make 1 serving. Compare cl, US fluid ounces and parts to use the measure you have at home.

How ml, US oz and parts work
El Torado ingredients in original amounts, cl, oz and parts
IngredientAmountclozparts
Tequila Reposado60 ml6 cl2 oz4 parts
Apple Cider45 ml4.5 cl1.5 oz3 parts
Dry Vermouth15 ml1.5 cl0.5 oz1 part

Garnish: One thin apple slice

Method

How to make El Torado

Follow the 6 reviewed catalog steps in order.

  1. 01

    Chill a coupe and cut one thin, neat apple slice for garnish.

  2. 02

    Measure the reposado tequila, unsweetened cloudy apple cider, and dry vermouth into a shaker.

  3. 03

    Fill the shaker with solid ice and seal it securely.

  4. 04

    Shake hard for 10–15 seconds until thoroughly cold.

  5. 05

    Fine-strain into the chilled coupe so the texture is smooth.

  6. 06

    Place the single thin apple slice neatly at the rim and serve immediately.

Tasting profile

What does El Torado taste like?

The strongest signals in Kokto’s five-axis profile are sweetness (3/5) and strength (3/5).

Kokto editorial profile for this exact house build. Scores are directional, not laboratory measurements or universal values.

Sweetness3 / 5
Sourness0 / 5
Bitterness1 / 5
Strength3 / 5
Freshness2 / 5

Quick answers

El Torado questions

What is in a El Torado?

Kokto’s build uses tequila reposado, apple cider, and dry vermouth.

How long does a El Torado take to make?

The governed recipe allows about 4 minutes for one serving. Equipment, ice and ingredient preparation can change the real time.

How is a El Torado prepared?

It uses a shaken method and is served in a coupe. Follow the reviewed steps above instead of relying on the method label alone.

Is a El Torado 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 B039https://www.diffordsguide.com/cocktails/recipe/702/el-torado · amounts, steps, timing and entity relationships
  • Kokto governed media recordCocktail App project owner · Project-owned generated original — all rights reserved

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