Fair Lady
A low-proof sparkling drink of sage-infused blanc vermouth and aquavit with grapefruit juice and cane syrup, topped with dry Champagne. It is lightly tart, sweet, and light at about 11% ABV.
Steps
6
Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. No garnish.
Total liquid~76 g
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Volume122 ml
Strength11 % vol.
Alcohol14 ml (11 g)34 ml de vodka (40 %)1 shot (de 30 ml)
Sugar9.5 g (7.8%)2.5 sucres en cube
Acidity0.54%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Jillian Vose (2011)
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Fair Lady