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Guns and Rosé

A bourbon old-fashioned with Lillet Rosé, cane syrup, Peychaud's bitters, and a grapefruit twist. It is sweet and strong at about 27% ABV.
Grapefruit Twist
Steps
6
Rocks
Vaso
Stir all the ingredients (except the grapefruit twist) over ice, then strain into a rocks glass. Squeeze the grapefruit twist over the drink and discard. No garnish.
Total liquid~78 g
Volumen117 ml
Strength27 % vol. de alcohol
Alcohol31 ml (24 g)78 ml de vodka (40 %)2.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar7.1 g (6.1%)2 terrones de azúcar
Acidity0.11%
DulzorSweet
Scott Teague (2013)

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