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A reposado tequila drink mixed with ruby red grapefruit juice and Aperol, garnished with an orange twist. It is lightly tart and lightly sweet, and low in alcohol at about 12% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with ice
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Volume232 ml
Strength12% ABV
Alcohol27 ml (21 g)67 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (5.1%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.64%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Aisha Sharpe and Willy Shine, “New York” (2008)
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