Flaquita
A tequila sour with blanc vermouth, white crème de cacao, Campari, lemon juice, and ginger syrup, topped with dry Champagne. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 13% ABV.
Steps
8
Shake all the ingredients (except the champagne) with ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. No garnish.
Total liquid~76 g
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Volume131 ml
Strength13% ABV
Alcohol17 ml (14 g)44 ml of vodka (40%)1.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar10 g (7.9%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.76%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Jessica Gonzalez (2011)
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Flaquita