Anjou Mama
A gin sour with muddled pear, pennyroyal-infused Old Tom gin, lemon juice, and orgeat, cinnamon, and honey syrups. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
Steps
9
In a shaker, muddle the pear slices. Add the remaining ingredients and shake with ice, then strain into a Nick & Nora glass. Garnish with the lemon wheel.
Total liquid~99 g
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Volume180 ml
Strength14% ABV
Alcohol26 ml (20 g)64 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar16 g (9.0%)4 sugar cubes
Acidity0.75%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jillian Vose (2013)
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Anjou Mama