Swollen Gland
A gin-based cocktail with absinthe, Peychaud’s bitters, cucumber, orange juice, and Yellow Chartreuse. It is lightly acidic and off-dry, with moderate strength at about 17% ABV.
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Shake with ice and fine-strain into a chilled coupe
Swollen Gland
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Volume165 ml
Strength17% ABV
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)70 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar3.6 g (2.2%)1 sugar cube
Acidity0.07%
SweetnessOff-dry
Jim Meehan and Lydia Reissmueller (Fall 2009)
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