Cloister
A gin-based cocktail with grapefruit and lemon juices, yellow Chartreuse, and simple syrup. It is lightly tart and sweet, with moderate strength at about 16% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Cloister
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Volume166 ml
Strength16% ABV
Alcohol27 ml (21 g)67 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar10 g (6.3%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.48%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Thomas Mario, “Playboy’s Host & Bar Book” (1971)
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