Golden Gate
A liqueur-based highball of Grand Marnier, Bénédictine, and Campari with grapefruit and lime juices. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 13% ABV.
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Short shake all the ingredients with 3 ice cubes, then strain into a highball glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with the lime twist and serve with a straw.
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容量145 ml
Strength13% 酒精度
Alcohol18 ml (14 g)46 毫升伏特加（40%）1.5 杯（每杯 30 毫升）
Sugar15 g (10.6%)4 顆方糖
Acidity1.00%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Thomas Waugh (2009)
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