Bizet
A wine-based sparkling cocktail made with Champagne, rosé, amaro, and bitter liqueur, finished with an orange twist. It is acidic and sweet, and light in alcohol at about 13% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Bizet
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Volume128 ml
Strength13% ABV
Alcohol17 ml (14 g)43 ml of vodka (40%)1.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar7.1 g (5.5%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity0.40%
Sweet vs sourSweet
David Slape (Spring 2008)
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