Blackthorn Rose
A Hendrick's gin cocktail with rose syrup, Lillet Rouge, and sloe gin. It is sweet, lightly acidic, and fairly strong at about 24% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Blackthorn Rose
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Volume134 ml
Strength24% ABV
Alcohol32 ml (26 g)81 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar8.3 g (6.2%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity0.10%
SweetnessSweet
David Slape (Spring 2009)
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