Algonquin
A rye whiskey cocktail mixed with dry vermouth and pineapple juice, giving a spirit-forward character with mild acidity. It is dry, lightly tart, and fairly strong at about 23% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Algonquin
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Volume147 ml
Strength23% ABV
Alcohol34 ml (26 g)84 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar2.8 g (1.9%)0.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.21%
SweetnessDry
Selmer Fougner, “Along the Wine Trail” (1935)
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