Persephone
A fruit-forward applejack and sloe gin cocktail with sweet vermouth, lemon juice, and simple syrup. It is tart and sweet, with moderate strength at about 15% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
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Volume129 ml
Strength15% ABV
Alcohol19 ml (15 g)48 ml of vodka (40%)1.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar15 g (11.9%)4 sugar cubes
Acidity0.83%
Sweet vs sourSweet
David Slape (Winter 2008)
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