Desert Rose
A light, low-proof gin cocktail made with rose-infused Plymouth gin, lemon juice, prickly pear puree, and simple syrup; it is lightly tart, lightly sweet, and about 13% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Desert Rose
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Volume184 ml
Strength13% ABV
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)61 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (6.8%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.77%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Artemio Vásquez (Winter 2007)
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Desert Rose