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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.
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Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. No garnish.
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容量164 ml
Strength14% 酒精度
Alcohol23 ml (18 g)58 毫升伏特加（40%）2 杯（每杯 30 毫升）
Sugar14 g (8.6%)3.5 顆方糖
Acidity0.81%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Brian Miller (2008)
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