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A rum-based cocktail with tawny port, sweet vermouth, and aromatic bitters. It is lightly tart, off-dry, and has about 22% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
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Volume139 ml
Strength22% ABV
Alcohol31 ml (24 g)77 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar4.7 g (3.4%)1 sugar cube
Acidity0.14%
SweetnessOff-dry
Michael Madrusan (Winter 2007)
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