Great Northern
An aquavit sour with Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, lemon juice, and honey syrup. It is lightly tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
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Short shake all the ingredients with 3 ice cubes, then strain into a double rocks glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with the orange crescents.
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容量234 ml
Strength15% 酒精度
Alcohol34 ml (27 g)86 毫升伏特加(40%)3 杯(每杯 30 毫升)
Sugar17 g (7.4%)4.5 顆方糖
Acidity0.63%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jessica Gonzalez (2011)
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