Bourbonnais Swizzle
A pecan-infused bourbon swizzle with white crème de cacao, Lillet Rouge, and lemon juice. It is lightly tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
Steps
5
Dry shake all the ingredients, then add 3 ice cubes and short shake. Strain into a pilsner glass filled with crushed ice. Serve with a straw. No garnish.
Total liquid~121 g
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Volume228 ml
Strength15% ABV
Alcohol35 ml (28 g)88 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar10 g (4.6%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.62%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Brian Miller (2008)
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