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Mainland

A stirred gin cocktail with Galliano, a little simple syrup, Angostura bitters, and grapefruit twists. It is sweet and strong at about 30% ABV.
Grapefruit TwistGalliano L'AutenticoSimple SyrupAngostura Bitters
Steps
4
5.0g1 tsp
6
Coupe
Verre
Squeeze the grapefruit twists over the mixing glass, then drop them in. Add the remaining ingredients and stir over ice. Strain into a coupe. No garnish.
Total liquid~77 g
Volume116 ml
Strength30 % vol.
Alcohol35 ml (27 g)87 ml de vodka (40 %)3 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar7.5 g (6.4%)2 sucres en cube
Acidityaucun
DouceurSweet
Thomas Waugh (2009)

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