Stinger
A Cognac drink with white crème de menthe and a little simple syrup, served on the rocks with mint. It is off-dry and fairly strong at about 18% ABV.
Steps
5
Short shake all the ingredients with 3 ice cubes, then strain into a double rocks glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with the mint sprig and serve with a straw.
Total liquid~76 g
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الحجم166 ml
Strength18% كحول حجمي
Alcohol30 ml (24 g)75 مل من الفودكا (٤٠٪)2.5 رشفة (كل منها ٣٠ مل)
Sugar8.2 g (5.0%)2 مكعبات سكر
Acidityغير موجود
الحلاوةOff-dry
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