Velvet Club
A Cognac and Champagne cocktail with Lillet Blanc and white crème de cacao. It has light acidity and a sweet profile, at about 18% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Velvet Club
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Volume113 ml
Strength18% ABV
Alcohol21 ml (16 g)52 ml of vodka (40%)1.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar6 g (5.3%)1.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.24%
SweetnessSweet
Jane Danger (Winter 2008)
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Velvet Club