North by Northwest
A gin sour with absinthe, lemon juice, and simple syrup, topped with dry Champagne. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
Steps
6
Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. No garnish.
Total liquid~92 g
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Volumen164 ml
Strength14 % Vol.-%
Alcohol23 ml (18 g)58 ml Wodka (40 %)2 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar14 g (8.6%)3.5 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.81%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Brian Miller (2008)
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