Can you ask bartenders in Turkey to make cocktails without lemon juice?
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TL;DR
Most bars in Turkey add lemon juice generously to nearly every cocktail. You can try asking the bartender to skip it, but results may vary. Champagne or wine on ice is a safe alternative.
What the community said
Lemon juice is currently added to virtually every cocktail in Turkish bars, and in large amounts — drinks end up very sour. This seems to be a consistent trend across local venues.
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Asking the bartender to go easy on the lemon juice is worth trying — just mention it clearly when ordering.
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If cocktails are too sour and you can't negotiate with the bartender, champagne served on ice is a reliable and pleasant alternative.
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