Cranberry Cobbler
A gin and sherry cobbler made with macerated cranberries, lemon, orange, and mint. The drink is mildly acidic and sweet, and has about 17% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled rocks glass filled with pebble ice
Cranberry Cobbler
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Volume189 ml
Strength17% ABV
Alcohol32 ml (25 g)81 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar12 g (6.5%)3 sugar cubes
Acidity0.17%
SweetnessSweet
Michael Madrusan and Jim Meehan (Winter 2007)
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Cranberry Cobbler