Silver Lining
A low-proof rye whiskey cocktail with lemon juice, Licor 43, egg white and club soda. It is lightly tart and lightly sweet, in balance, at about 11% ABV.
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Dry-shake, then shake with ice and strain into a chilled fizz glass
Silver Lining
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Volume232 ml
Strength11% ABV
Alcohol25 ml (19 g)62 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar14 g (5.9%)3.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.57%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Joseph Schwartz, “New York” (January 2001)
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Silver Lining