Airmail
A rum sour with lime juice and honey syrup, topped with dry Champagne. It is tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 13% ABV.
Steps
5
Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. No garnish.
Total liquid~57 g
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Volume98 ml
Strength13% ABV
Alcohol13 ml (10 g)32 ml of vodka (40%)1 shot (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (12.1%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.94%
Sweet vs sourSweet
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