Melon Stand
A low-proof gin cocktail with watermelon, lemon juice, Aperol, and simple syrup. It is lightly tart, lightly sweet and balanced, with about 12% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled Collins glass filled with pebble ice
Melon Stand
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Volume222 ml
Strength12% ABV
Alcohol26 ml (20 g)65 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar15 g (6.8%)4 sugar cubes
Acidity0.63%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jane Danger (Summer 2008)
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Melon Stand