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Harvest Moon

A spirit-forward mix of rye whiskey, apple brandy, Lillet Blanc, Green Chartreuse, and Abbott's bitters, finished with an orange twist. It is faintly acidic, off-dry, and strong at about 28% ABV.
Abbott's BittersLillet BlancWild Turkey Rye WhiskeyLaird's Bonded Apple BrandyGreen ChartreuseOrange Twist
1
2.6g3 dashes
6
Coupe
Glass
Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Volume144 ml
Strength28% ABV
Alcohol40 ml (32 g)101 ml of vodka (40%)3.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar4.4 g (3.0%)1 sugar cube
Acidity0.10%
SweetnessOff-dry
Daniel Eun (Winter 2007)

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