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A Cognac sour with Cointreau, lemon juice, and a little cane syrup. It is lightly tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 16% ABV.
Steps
6
Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the orange twist.
Total liquid~99 g
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Volume197 ml
Strength16 % vol.
Alcohol32 ml (26 g)81 ml de vodka (40 %)2.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar9.9 g (5.0%)2.5 sucres en cube
Acidity0.67%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
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