Gilda Cocktail
A blanco tequila sour with pineapple and lime juices and cinnamon syrup. It is lightly tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the lime wheel.
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Volumen174 ml
Strength14 % Vol.-%
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)59 ml Wodka (40 %)2 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar10 g (5.8%)2.5 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.58%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Brian Miller (2009)
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Gilda Cocktail