Mig Royale
A gin sour with Cointreau, maraschino liqueur, and lemon juice, topped with champagne. It is lightly tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 17% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a coupe. Top with champagne. No garnish.
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Volumen156 ml
Strength17 % Vol.-%
Alcohol26 ml (20 g)64 ml Wodka (40 %)2 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar9.8 g (6.3%)2.5 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.57%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Phil Ward (2007)
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