The Commandant
A tiki-style gin drink with navy-strength gin, Swedish punsch, falernum, lime juice, cream of coconut, and a kaffir lime leaf. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 16% ABV.
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Short shake all the ingredients with 3 ice cubes, then strain into a coconut mug filled with crushed ice. Garnish with the lime wheel and serve with a straw.
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Volume190 ml
Strength16% ABV
Alcohol30 ml (24 g)75 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar16 g (8.3%)4 sugar cubes
Acidity0.71%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Tyson Buhler (2013)
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The Commandant