Glandula del Mono
A blanco tequila sour with absinthe, lemon and orange juices, and grenadine. It is lightly tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
Steps
6
Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
Total liquid~101 g
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Volume179 ml
Strength14 % vol.
Alcohol25 ml (20 g)62 ml de vodka (40 %)2 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar11 g (6.3%)3 sucres en cube
Acidity0.59%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Phil Ward (2008)
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Glandula del Mono