Johnny Apple Collins
A bourbon-based Collins-style drink with lemon juice, apple schnapps, and bitter lemon soda. It is tart and lightly sweet (off-dry), and low in alcohol at about 11% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with ice
Johnny Apple Collins
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Volume223 ml
Strength11% ABV
Alcohol25 ml (20 g)63 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar8.6 g (3.8%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity0.73%
Sweet vs sourTart
Jim Meehan (Fall 2008)
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Johnny Apple Collins