Dick and Jane
A gin sour with elderflower liqueur, lemon juice, hibiscus syrup, and Peychaud's bitters, topped with dry Champagne. It is lightly tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
Steps
8
Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. Garnish with the lemon twist.
Total liquid~87 g
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Volume162 ml
Strength15 % vol.
Alcohol25 ml (19 g)62 ml de vodka (40 %)2 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar15 g (9.1%)3.5 sucres en cube
Acidity0.67%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Toby Cecchini (2009)
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