Siesta
A tequila-based cocktail made with reposado tequila, Campari, grapefruit and lime juices, and simple syrup. It is lightly tart and lightly sweet, and low in alcohol at about 14% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Siesta
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Volume200 ml
Strength14% ABV
Alcohol27 ml (22 g)68 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar14 g (6.9%)3.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.64%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Katie Stipe, “New York” (2006)
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