Ward Eight
A rye whiskey cocktail with pomegranate molasses, lemon and orange juice, and simple syrup. It is lightly tart, lightly sweet, and moderate in strength at about 16% ABV.
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Ward Eight
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Volume187 ml
Strength16% ABV
Alcohol30 ml (23 g)74 ml of vodka (40%)2.5 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar10 g (5.5%)2.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.68%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
“The Cocktail Book: A Sideboard Manual for Gentleman” (1913)
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Ward Eight