Spitfire

Spitfire image
Serve in
a Martini glass...
2 shot Martell VSOP Médaillon cognac BUY
½ shot Sauvignon blanc white wine
1 shot Freshly squeezed lemon juice
½ shot Sugar syrup (2 sugar to 1 water)
½ fresh Egg white
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How to make:

SHAKE all ingredients with ice and fine strain into chilled glass.

Garnish:

Lemon zest twist

Comment:

A brandy sour with a splash of dry white wine.

Origin:

Created in 2006 by Tony Conigliaro at Shochu Lounge, London, England.

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