Hyde Park Swizzle
A gin swizzle with muddled mint, lime juice, simple syrup, and Angostura and Peychaud's bitters. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
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In a shaker, gently muddle the mint. Add the remaining ingredients (except the bitters) and dry shake, then dump into a pilsner glass. Fill the glass with crushed ice and swizzle until cold. Add the bitters and swizzle them into the top of the drink. Garnish with the mint sprig and serve with a straw.
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Volumen184 ml
Strength14 % Vol.-%
Alcohol26 ml (20 g)65 ml Wodka (40 %)2 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar14 g (7.6%)3.5 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.72%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Phil Ward (2008)
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