Toreador
The Quirky Foodster Team
Coupe or cocktail glass
Glass
None traditionally required
Garnish
Ingredients
- Tequila — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Crème de cacao (white) — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Fresh lime juice — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
Method
- Add all ingredients to a shaker with ice.
- Shake until well chilled.
- Strain into a chilled coupe.
- Serve without garnish.
Description: An unusual mid-1900s tequila cocktail combining a touch of white chocolate liqueur with fresh lime.
Cultural Background: Documented in mid-20th-century tequila cocktail guides, part of a wave of drinks aiming to popularise tequila in the US market.
Tips: White crème de cacao adds a subtle, dry cocoa note without making the drink taste sweet or dessert-like.
Variations: A dash of orange bitters can add extra aromatic complexity.
Serving Suggestion: Serve up, well chilled, as an unusual but well-balanced tequila classic.
Nutrition: Approx. 165 kcal per serving
FAQs:
Q: Does this taste like chocolate?
A: Only subtly — the crème de cacao adds a dry background note rather than sweet chocolate flavor.
- Tequila — 45 ml (1 1/2 oz)
- Crème de cacao (white) — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
- Fresh lime juice — 15 ml (1/2 oz)
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