Deadpan Fix
A rye whiskey sour with Campari, Grand Marnier, grapefruit and lemon juices, and ginger syrup. It is tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
Steps
8
Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the orange twist.
Total liquid~99 g
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Volume182 ml
Strength15 % vol.
Alcohol27 ml (21 g)67 ml de vodka (40 %)2 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar12 g (6.4%)3 sucres en cube
Acidity0.79%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jessica Gonzalez (2011)
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