Garnish:
Blackberry & basil leaf
How to make:
SLAP basil to express oils. STIR all ingredients with ice and strain into chilled glass.
3 fresh | Basil leaves |
1 1/2 fl oz | Cognac (brandy) |
1/2 fl oz | Giffard Crème de Mûre liqueur |
2/3 fl oz | Sauvignon blanc wine |
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Review:
Rich blackberry flavours are balanced by white wine acidity with cognac providing the base spirit and flavours. Very faint basil notes add complexity.
History:
Adapted from a 2015 recipe by Jake Goldstein at The Plotting Parlour, Brighton, England.
Alcohol content:
- 1.4 standard drinks
- 24.15% alc./vol. (48.3° proof)
- 19.3 grams of pure alcohol
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