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An Irish whiskey cocktail with Lillet Blanc, Cointreau, orange bitters, and an orange twist. It is lightly acidic and lightly sweet (off-dry), and fairly strong at about 24% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
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Volume140 ml
Strength24% ABV
Alcohol34 ml (27 g)85 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar5.3 g (3.8%)1.5 sugar cubes
Acidity0.08%
SweetnessOff-dry
David Wondrich, “New York” (2003)
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