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Triborough

A spirit-forward rye whiskey cocktail mixed with Amaro Ciociaro, Kirschwasser, Punt e Mes, and Angostura bitters, garnished with an orange twist. It is faintly acidic, off-dry, and strong at about 28% ABV.
Wild Turkey Rye WhiskeyAngostura BittersAmaro CiociaroClear Creek KirschwasserPunt e MesOrange Twist
3
15.3g.5 oz
5
15.5g.5 oz
6
Rocks
Glass
Stir with ice and strain into a chilled rocks glass
Volume152 ml
Strength28% ABV
Alcohol43 ml (34 g)108 ml of vodka (40%)3.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar5.7 g (3.8%)1.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.08%
SweetnessOff-dry
Nate Dumas, “New York” (2009)

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