Shiso Delicious
A gin-based cocktail with shiso leaves, red bell pepper, lemon and grapefruit juices, and sugar cane syrup. It is tart, lightly sweet, and low-proof at about 14% ABV.
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Shake with ice and fine-strain into a chilled coupe
Shiso Delicious
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Volume161 ml
Strength14% ABV
Alcohol22 ml (17 g)54 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar8.1 g (5.0%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity1.05%
Sweet vs sourTart
Jim Meehan and Kevin Diedrich (Spring 2010)
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Shiso Delicious