Bitter French
A gin sour with Campari, lemon juice, and simple syrup, topped with dry Champagne. It is tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 13% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne and grapefruit twist) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. Squeeze the grapefruit twist over the drink and discard. No garnish.
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Volumen109 ml
Strength13 % Vol.-%
Alcohol14 ml (11 g)35 ml Wodka (40 %)1 Shot (30 ml)
Sugar11 g (10.2%)3 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.83%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Phil Ward (2008)
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