Cameron's Kick
A whiskey sour-style cocktail combines blended Scotch and Irish whiskey with lemon juice and orgeat. It is acidic and lightly sweet, balanced, and moderate strength at about 14% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Cameron's Kick
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Volume166 ml
Strength14% ABV
Alcohol24 ml (19 g)59 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (7.0%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.80%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Harry McElhone, “ABC of Mixing Cocktails” (1922)
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