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Ingredientes
- 1 oz Vodka
- 1 oz Blood Orange Liqueur
- 1 oz lemon juice
- 1/2 oz simple syrup
- 1 sprig thyme
- Club Soda
- For Garnish:
- Thyme sprig
- Orange and Lemon Slices
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Recipe | %DV |
|---|---|
| Recipe Size 104g | |
| Calories 107 | |
| Calories from Fat 2 | 2% |
| Total Fat 0.29g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 0.09g | 0% |
| Trans Fat 0.0g | |
| Cholesterol 0mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3mg | 0% |
| Potassium 100mg | 3% |
| Total Carbs 11.65g | 3% |
| Dietary Fiber 2.0g | 7% |
| Sugars 6.1g | 4% |
| Protein 0.69g | 1% |
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