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A blended Scotch whisky cocktail with manzanilla sherry, Benedictine, orange bitters, and a lemon twist. It is lightly tart and off-dry, and fairly strong at about 23% ABV.
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Stir with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
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Volume150 ml
Strength23% ABV
Alcohol35 ml (27 g)87 ml of vodka (40%)3 shots (of 30ml)
Sugar4.9 g (3.3%)1 sugar cube
Acidity0.08%
SweetnessOff-dry
John Deragon (Fall 2007)
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