Prince Edward
A blended malt Scotch whisky cocktail with Lillet Blanc, Drambuie, orange bitters, and an orange twist. It is lightly tart, sweet, and fairly strong at about 25% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Prince Edward
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Volume141 ml
Strength25% ABV
Alcohol36 ml (28 g)89 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar7.1 g (5.1%)2 sugar cubes
Acidity0.08%
SweetnessSweet
Stan Jones, “Jones Complete Bar Guide” (1977)
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