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Gimlet

A gimlet of navy-strength gin and lime cordial, garnished with a lime wedge. It is tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 17% ABV.
Lime Wedge
Steps
4
Rocks
Glas
Shake the gin and lime cordial with ice, then strain into a double rocks glass over cracked ice. Garnish with the lime wedge.
Total liquid~99 g
Volumen200 ml
Strength17 % Vol.-%
Alcohol34 ml (27 g)84 ml Wodka (40 %)3 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar28 g (13.9%)7 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.82%
Sweet vs sourSweet

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