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A Scotch whisky cocktail mixed with black cardamom syrup, lemon juice, pineapple juice, and a lemon twist. It is lightly tart, sweet, and moderately alcoholic at about 16% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain over one large cube into a chilled rocks glass
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Volume124 ml
Strength20% ABV
Alcohol25 ml (20 g)64 ml of vodka (40%)2 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar14 g (11.7%)3.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.40%
Sweet vs sourSweet
John Deragon (Summer 2008)
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