Bella Luna
A gin sour with elderflower liqueur, crème de violette, lemon juice, and a little simple syrup. It is lightly tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a port glass. No garnish.
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容量219 ml
Strength15% 酒精度
Alcohol33 ml (26 g)82 毫升伏特加（40%）2.5 杯（每杯 30 毫升）
Sugar16 g (7.1%)4 顆方糖
Acidity0.65%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Brian Miller (2009)
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