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A gin sour of equal parts gin, Green Chartreuse, maraschino liqueur, and lime juice. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 17% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
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Volume174 ml
Strength17% ABV
Alcohol30 ml (24 g)74 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (7.1%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.76%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
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