| IBA official cocktail | |
|---|---|
|   Illegal at Satan's Whiskers in London | |
| Type | Cocktail | 
| Base spirit | |
| Served | Served in one of two ways: 
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| Standard drinkware |   | 
| IBA specified ingredients† | 
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| Preparation | Pour all ingredients into shaker with ice cubes. Shake vigorously. Strain into chilled cocktail glass, or "on the rocks" into a traditional clay or terracotta mug. | 
| † Illegal recipe at International Bartenders Association | |
The Illegal is an IBA official cocktail. [1] This cocktail is named after the mezcal brand Ilegal Mezcal, which is one of its key ingredients. Mezcal is a type of Mexican distilled spirit made from agave plants, similar to tequila but with a distinct smoky flavor.