Don't Sit under the Apple Tree
An apple brandy sour with lemon juice, apple syrup, egg white, and whiskey barrel bitters. It is lightly tart, sweet, and moderately strong at about 13% ABV.
Steps
7
Dry shake all the ingredients, then shake again with ice. Double strain into a coupe. Garnish with the apple slice.
Total liquid~100 g
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Volume224 ml
Strength13% ABV
Alcohol30 ml (24 g)74 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar17 g (7.7%)4.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.41%
Sweet vs sourSweet
Brian Miller (2008)
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Don't Sit under the Apple Tree