El Burro
A low-proof reposado tequila drink mixed with ginger beer, lime juice, pineapple juice, simple syrup, and a touch of absinthe. It is tart, lightly sweet, and light in alcohol at about 10% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with ice
El Burro
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Volume214 ml
Strength10% ABV
Alcohol22 ml (18 g)56 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (5.8%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.72%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jim Meehan (Winter 2008)
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