Straw Dog
A Scotch sour with muddled strawberry, blanc vermouth, lemon juice, simple syrup, and hopped grapefruit bitters. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 13% ABV.
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In a shaker, gently muddle the strawberry. Add the remaining ingredients and shake with ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the strawberry half.
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Volumen182 ml
Strength13 % Vol.-%
Alcohol23 ml (18 g)57 ml Wodka (40 %)2 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar14 g (7.8%)3.5 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.89%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Thomas Waugh (2009)
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Straw Dog