No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
The Buck / Gin Buck
Measurements in:
Serves:
| 2 fl oz | Hayman's London Dry Gin |
| 1/2 fl oz | Lemon juice (freshly squeezed) |
| 3 fl oz | Thomas Henry Ginger Ale |
How to make
Glassware
Serve in a Collins glass
Method
- Select and pre-chill a COLLINS GLASS.
- Prepare garnish of lemon wedge.
- POUR all ingredients into ice-filled glass.
- Garnish with lemon wedge.
Flavour Profile
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Health & Nutrition
Nutrition:
One serving of The Buck / Gin Buck contains 166 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.4 standard drinks
- 13.62% alc./vol. (27.24° proof)
- 19.5 grams of pure alcohol
Review
The Buck can be improved by adding a dash of liqueur appropriate to the spirit base. E.g. add a dash of Grand Marnier to a Brandy Buck.
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