Blackthorn (English)
A gin cocktail made with sweet vermouth, sloe gin, orange bitters, and an orange twist. It has light acidity, is sweet, and is fairly strong at about 22% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Blackthorn (English)
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Volume128 ml
Strength22% ABV
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)70 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar8.4 g (6.6%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity0.17%
SweetnessSweet
“The Sideboard Manual” (1900)
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Blackthorn (English)