Dhalgren
A blanco tequila highball with tawny port, lime juice, ginger syrup, and Angostura bitters. It is lightly tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a highball glass filled with ice cubes. Garnish with the lime wheel.
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Volume208 ml
Strength14% ABV
Alcohol30 ml (24 g)75 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar16 g (7.7%)4 sugar cubes
Acidity0.49%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Phil Ward (2008)
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