Conquistador
A low-proof rum-and-tequila cocktail with egg white, lemon and lime juices, and orange bitters. It is mildly acidic and lightly sweet, with about 11% ABV.
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Dry-shake, then shake with ice and strain into a chilled egg coupe
Conquistador
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Volume220 ml
Strength11% ABV
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)60 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar14 g (6.6%)3.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.81%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Sam Ross, “New York” (2008)
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Conquistador