Cavalier
A Cognac-based sour with lemon juice, Cointreau, orgeat, and apricot preserves. It is moderately tart, lightly sweet, and about 15% ABV, making it moderate in strength.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Cavalier
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Volume181 ml
Strength15% ABV
Alcohol27 ml (21 g)67 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (6.4%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.76%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Charlotte Voisey, “New York” (2007)
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Cavalier