Remember the Maine
A rye whiskey drink mixed with sweet vermouth, cherry liqueur, a barspoon of Pernod, and a lemon twist. It is very lightly acidic, sweet, and fairly strong at about 25% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
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Volume145 ml
Strength25% ABV
Alcohol36 ml (28 g)90 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar9.1 g (6.3%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.12%
SweetnessSweet
Charles H. Baker, “Jr., The Gentleman’s Companion: An Exotic Drinking Book” (1937)
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