Gypsy Eyes
A gin sour with Aperol, lime and grapefruit juices, and simple syrup in a Green Chartreuse-rinsed glass. It is tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
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Rinse a coupe with the Chartreuse and dump. Shake the remaining ingredients with ice, then strain into the coupe. No garnish.
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Volumen163 ml
Strength14 % Vol.-%
Alcohol22 ml (18 g)56 ml Wodka (40 %)2 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar9.5 g (5.9%)2.5 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.78%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jessica Gonzalez (2009)
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