King Bee
A pisco-based cocktail with lemon juice, honey liqueur, Benedictine, and Palo Cortado sherry. It is mildly acidic, lightly sweet, and of moderate strength at about 16% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
King Bee
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Volume196 ml
Strength16% ABV
Alcohol32 ml (25 g)81 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar9 g (4.6%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.73%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Nate Dumas (Spring 2009)
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King Bee