Lacrimosa
A rye whiskey cocktail mixed with Amaro Ciociaro and Luxardo Bitter and garnished with a flamed orange twist. It is lightly tart, sweet, and fairly strong at about 28% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain over one large cube into a chilled rocks glass
Lacrimosa
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Volume150 ml
Strength28% ABV
Alcohol42 ml (33 g)104 ml of vodka (40%)3.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar10 g (6.6%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.06%
SweetnessSweet
David Slape (Fall 2008)
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Lacrimosa