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Ингредиенты
- 4 ounces of vodka
- 1 ounce of dry vermouth
- Lemon twists for garnish
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 356g | |
| Calories 311 | |
| Calories from Fat 0 | 0% |
| Total Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.0g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 592mg | 25% |
| Potassium 470mg | 13% |
| Total Carbs 10.01g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.9g | 6% |
| Sugars 7.99g | 5% |
| Protein 1.99g | 3% |
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