Julien Sorel
A Champagne cocktail with equal parts Cognac, Green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lemon juice. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 17% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne and lemon twist) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. Squeeze the lemon twist over the drink and discard. No garnish.
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Volume113 ml
Strength17 % vol.
Alcohol19 ml (15 g)47 ml de vodka (40 %)1.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar8.4 g (7.4%)2 sucres en cube
Acidity0.78%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Phil Ward (2008)
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