Silver Root Beer Fizz
A rum-based fizz with root beer, white and Jamaican rums, egg white, lemon and pineapple juices, and grated nutmeg. It is lightly tart, lightly sweet, and low in alcohol at about 11% ABV.
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Dry-shake, then shake with ice and strain into a chilled fizz glass
Silver Root Beer Fizz
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Volume263 ml
Strength11% ABV
Alcohol29 ml (23 g)72 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar8.7 g (3.3%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity0.41%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jim Meehan (Fall 2009)
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Silver Root Beer Fizz