Parkside Fizz
A low-proof vodka fizz with mint, lemon juice, orgeat, and club soda. It is tart and lightly sweet, and light at about 12% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with ice
Parkside Fizz
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Volume196 ml
Strength12% ABV
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)59 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (6.0%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.68%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jim Meehan, “New York” (2005)
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Parkside Fizz