Rigadoon
A gin sour with kalamansi purée, lemon juice, simple syrup, and Thai basil. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
Steps
7
Shake all the ingredients with ice, then double strain into a coupe. Garnish with the basil leaf.
Total liquid~106 g
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الحجم193 ml
Strength14% كحول حجمي
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)70 مل من الفودكا (٤٠٪)2.5 رشفة (كل منها ٣٠ مل)
Sugar15 g (7.7%)3.5 مكعبات سكر
Acidity0.80%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Phil Ward (2008)
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