Summer Shack
A stirred gin cocktail with Lillet Blanc, Sauvignon Blanc, elderflower liqueur, and a little simple syrup. It is sweet and fairly strong at about 21% ABV.
Steps
7
Stir all the ingredients (except the orange twist) over ice, then strain into a coupe. Squeeze the orange twist over the drink and discard. No garnish.
Total liquid~90 g
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Volumen132 ml
Strength21 % vol. de alcohol
Alcohol27 ml (22 g)68 ml de vodka (40 %)2.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar7.6 g (5.7%)2 terrones de azúcar
Acidity0.18%
DulzorSweet
Joaquín Simó (2009)
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Summer Shack