Black Flip
A low-proof flip of black strap rum and stout with whole egg, demerara syrup, and grated nutmeg. It is faintly acidic and sweet, with about 10% ABV.
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Swirl to decarbonate beer, dry-shake and then shake with ice and strain into a chilled fizz glass
Black Flip
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Volume249 ml
Strength10% ABV
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)59 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar15 g (6.0%)3.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.05%
SweetnessSweet
Jim Meehan (Winter 2007)
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