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A light, low-proof rum cocktail made with Barbancourt 8-year-old rhum, lemon and lime juices, egg white, vanilla liqueur, orgeat, and Angostura bitters. It is tart and off-dry, at about 12% ABV.
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Dry-shake, then shake with ice and strain into a chilled egg coupe
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Volume203 ml
Strength12% ABV
Alcohol25 ml (20 g)62 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar9.3 g (4.6%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.87%
Sweet vs sourTart
John deBary (Winter 2008)
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