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A blanco tequila sour with orange liqueur, lime and orange juices, kumquat cordial, vanilla syrup, and a splash of club soda. It is tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 12% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients (except the club soda) with ice, then strain into a large coupe. Top with the club soda and garnish with the lime wheel.
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容量202 ml
Strength12% 酒精度
Alcohol25 ml (20 g)62 毫升伏特加（40%）2 杯（每杯 30 毫升）
Sugar26 g (12.8%)6.5 顆方糖
Acidity0.88%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Jillian Vose (2013)
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