Apple Daiquiri
A silver rum sour with lime juice, apple schnapps, and simple syrup. It is tart and off-dry, at about 15% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Apple Daiquiri
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Volume182 ml
Strength15% ABV
Alcohol27 ml (21 g)67 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar7.1 g (3.9%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity0.76%
Sweet vs sourTart
John Deragon (Fall 2007)
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