Castle to Castle
An Irish whiskey sour with apple and lemon juices and honey syrup, garnished with basil. It is tart, medium-sweet, and light at about 10% ABV.
Steps
6
Short shake all the ingredients with 3 ice cubes, then strain into a pilsner glass filled with crushed ice. Garnish with the basil sprig and serve with a straw.
Total liquid~121 g
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용량186 ml
Strength10% ABV
Alcohol18 ml (14 g)44ml의 보드카(40%)1.5샷(30ml 기준)
Sugar17 g (9.1%)4.5개의 설탕 큐브
Acidity0.79%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Thomas Waugh (2009)
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