Silver Monk
A blanco tequila sour with muddled cucumber, mint, and salt, Yellow Chartreuse, lime juice, and simple syrup. It is lightly tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
Steps
8
In a shaker, muddle the cucumber wheels with the mint and salt. Add the remaining ingredients and shake with ice. Double strain into a coupe. No garnish.
Total liquid~114 g
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الحجم213 ml
Strength15% كحول حجمي
Alcohol32 ml (26 g)81 مل من الفودكا (٤٠٪)2.5 رشفة (كل منها ٣٠ مل)
Sugar17 g (7.8%)4 مكعبات سكر
Acidity0.62%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Phil Ward (2007)
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