Pinche Chivo
A blanco tequila sour with muddled cucumber, sage-infused blanc vermouth, lime juice, and honey syrup. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
Steps
7
In a shaker, muddle the cucumber wheels. Add the remaining ingredients and shake with ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the cucumber ribbon on a cocktail pick.
Total liquid~114 g
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Volume200 ml
Strength14 % vol.
Alcohol27 ml (22 g)68 ml de vodka (40 %)2.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar15 g (7.4%)3.5 sucres en cube
Acidity0.73%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Joaquín Simó (2011)
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Pinche Chivo