Shoots and Ladders
A stirred vermouth and sherry drink of basil-infused blanc vermouth and amontillado sherry with jalapeño-infused tequila and cane syrup. It is sweet and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
Steps
5
Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a rocks glass. No garnish.
Total liquid~102 g
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Volumen143 ml
Strength15 % vol. de alcohol
Alcohol21 ml (17 g)53 ml de vodka (40 %)2 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar7.9 g (5.6%)2 terrones de azúcar
Acidity0.28%
DulzorSweet
Eryn Reece (2013)
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