18th Century
A Batavia arrack sour with white crème de cacao, sweet vermouth, and lime juice. It is tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
Steps
5
Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
Total liquid~106 g
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الحجم199 ml
Strength15% كحول حجمي
Alcohol30 ml (24 g)76 مل من الفودكا (٤٠٪)2.5 رشفة (كل منها ٣٠ مل)
Sugar11 g (5.4%)2.5 مكعبات سكر
Acidity0.74%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Phil Ward (2008)
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