Solstice
A rye whiskey cocktail with Dubonnet Rouge, apple brandy, Nonino amaro, and grenadine. It is lightly acidic and sweet, and fairly strong at about 27% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Solstice
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Volume139 ml
Strength27% ABV
Alcohol38 ml (30 g)94 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar10 g (7.2%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.08%
SweetnessSweet
John Deragon (Summer 2007)
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