Single Malt Sangaree
A wine- and Scotch-based cocktail with Cabernet Franc, Dubonnet, Oban single malt, Grand Marnier, demerara syrup, cinnamon, and orange peel. It is lightly tart, sweet, and fairly strong at about 24% ABV.
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Heat everything and served in a pre-warmed heatproof mug
Single Malt Sangaree
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Volume146 ml
Strength24% ABV
Alcohol35 ml (28 g)87 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar14 g (9.5%)3.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.33%
SweetnessSweet
Jim Meehan (Winter 2008)
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Single Malt Sangaree