Book-Club Buck

Vegetarian
Vegan
Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Book-Club Buck
45 min.
1
127kcal

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If you're searching for a refreshing and sophisticated drink that will impress your friends at your next gathering, look no further than the Book-Club Buck. This delightful beverage combines the rich flavors of Amontillado sherry with the zesty kick of fresh lime juice, creating a harmonious blend that's both invigorating and satisfying. Perfect for those who follow vegetarian, vegan, and gluten-free diets, this cocktail is accessible to everyone, making it an ideal choice for mixed company.

Ready in just 45 minutes, the Book-Club Buck is incredibly easy to whip up, ensuring you can spend less time in the kitchen and more time enjoying the company of your guests. With only 127 calories per serving, this drink offers a guilt-free indulgence that you'll want to sip on throughout the evening.

The addition of ginger-lime-infused simple syrup brings a unique twist that elevates this drink beyond the ordinary, while the club soda adds a delightful fizz that makes every sip refreshing. Whether you're serving it as an appetizer at your next book club meeting or as a light snack to accompany your favorite antipasti, this cocktail is sure to become a favorite. Get ready to raise a glass and toast to good times with the Book-Club Buck!

Ingredients

  • ounces club soda 
  • tablespoon juice of lime fresh
  • serving curl of lime peel for garnish
  • ounces amontillado sherry 
  • ounce ginger-lime-infused simple syrup 

Equipment

    Directions

    1. Pour the sherry, simple syrup, and lime juice into a cocktail shaker filled with ice. Shake well (until condensation forms on the entire shaker). Strain the mixture into a rocks glass filled with ice. Top with the club soda.
    2. Place the lime peel in the glass.
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    Nutrition Facts

    Calories127kcal
    Protein0.46%
    Fat0.12%
    Carbs99.42%

    Properties

    Glycemic Index
    47
    Glycemic Load
    0.25
    Inflammation Score
    -2
    Nutrition Score
    1.5217391233081%

    Flavonoids

    Malvidin
    0.03mg
    Catechin
    0.44mg
    Epicatechin
    0.31mg
    Eriodictyol
    0.33mg
    Hesperetin
    2mg
    Naringenin
    0.31mg
    Kaempferol
    0.01mg
    Myricetin
    0.01mg
    Quercetin
    0.1mg

    Nutrients percent of daily need

    Calories:126.8kcal
    6.34%
    Fat:0.01g
    0.02%
    Saturated Fat:0g
    0.01%
    Carbohydrates:23.58g
    7.86%
    Net Carbohydrates:23.49g
    8.54%
    Sugar:21.57g
    23.96%
    Cholesterol:0mg
    0%
    Sodium:31.5mg
    1.37%
    Alcohol:5.84g
    100%
    Alcohol %:4.69%
    100%
    Protein:0.11g
    0.22%
    Iron:1.2mg
    6.66%
    Vitamin C:4.79mg
    5.81%
    Manganese:0.07mg
    3.48%
    Vitamin B1:0.04mg
    2.92%
    Magnesium:10.33mg
    2.58%
    Potassium:77.82mg
    2.22%
    Vitamin B6:0.03mg
    1.72%
    Vitamin B2:0.03mg
    1.64%
    Phosphorus:14.75mg
    1.48%
    Calcium:14.05mg
    1.41%
    Zinc:0.19mg
    1.28%
    Source:Epicurious