Midnight Express
A coffee cocktail with walnut-infused cognac, amaretto, simple syrup, and whipped cream, garnished with nutmeg. It has no acidity and is off-dry, with an approximate strength of 13% ABV.
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Midnight Express
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Volume148 ml
Strength13% ABV
Alcohol20 ml (15 g)49 ml of vodka (40%)1.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar6.8 g (4.6%)1.5 sugar cubes
Aciditynone
SweetnessOff-dry
John Deragon and Don Lee (Winter 2008)
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Midnight Express