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Bitter Sweet Symphony
Grapefruit and Lime are balanced just enough by Triple Sec and liqueur, but as the name suggests, the fruity finish still has a delicious bitter edge.
Mix
0.5 shots of Vodka
1 shot of Triple Sec
0.5 shots of Apricot Brandy
1.5 shots of Grapefruit Juice
0.5 shots of Lime Juice
Shake
Add all the ingredients to the mixing tin, add lots of ice, shake thoroughly and strain.
Pour
Serve in a Martini glass and garnish with a cherry.
Ingredient Profile
Condensation forms on the glass of a Bitter Sweet Symphony cocktail.
Shot by Shot Guide
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Fill a Martini glass with ice and water to chill it while mixing the cocktail.
Measure 1 shot of Triple Sec and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.5 shots of Apricot Brandy and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 1.5 shots of Grapefruit Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Measure 0.5 shots of Lime Juice and add to the mixing tin.
Add lots of ice to the mixing tin.
Shake the drink well until condensation forms on the outside of the mixing tin.
Discard the ice and water in the glass.
Strain the contents of the mixing tin into the glass.
Taste the cocktail and if necessary adjust the balance with a touch of extra sugar or citrus juice.
Garnish the cocktail with a cherry.