Aguila Azteca
A moderately strong tequila cocktail made with honeydew melon juice, ginger liqueur, and crème de violette; it has no citrus or acidity and is off-dry, about 14% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Aguila Azteca
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Volume152 ml
Strength14% ABV
Alcohol21 ml (17 g)53 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar5.7 g (3.8%)1.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.03%
SweetnessOff-dry
Jim Meehan (Summer 2008)
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Aguila Azteca