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Daiquiri

A classic rum sour of white rum, lime juice, and cane syrup. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
Flor de Caña Extra-Dry White RumJus de citron vertCane Sugar SyrupLime Wedge
3
14.2g.5 oz
5
Coupe
Verre
Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the lime wedge.
Volume174 ml
Strength14 % vol.
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)59 ml de vodka (40 %)2 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar13 g (7.2%)3 sucres en cube
Acidity1.02%
Sweet vs sourBalanced

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