Black Jack
A cognac-based cocktail with kirschwasser, coffee concentrate, demerara syrup, and cherries. It has no citrus acidity, is off-dry, and is moderate strength at about 16% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Black Jack
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Volume150 ml
Strength16% ABV
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)59 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar6.9 g (4.6%)1.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.01%
SweetnessOff-dry
Jacques Straub, “Drinks” (1914)
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