Calva Dorsa Royale
A Champagne cocktail with Calvados, elderflower liqueur, and absinthe. It is sweet and fairly strong at about 25% ABV.
Steps
5
Stir all the ingredients (except the champagne) over ice, then strain into a coupe. Top with champagne. No garnish.
Total liquid~59 g
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容量88 ml
Strength25% 酒精度
Alcohol22 ml (17 g)55 毫升伏特加（40%）2 杯（每杯30毫升）
Sugar5.1 g (5.8%)1.5 块方糖
Acidity0.05%
甜度Sweet
Phil Ward (2008)
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Calva Dorsa Royale