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An old-fashioned built on equal parts rye, bourbon, Calvados, and Cognac with demerara syrup and Angostura and mole bitters. It is off-dry and strong at about 28% ABV.
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Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a double rocks glass over 1 large ice cube. Garnish with the lemon and orange twists.
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الحجم97 ml
Strength28% كحول حجمي
Alcohol27 ml (22 g)68 مل من الفودكا (٤٠٪)2.5 رشفة (كل منها ٣٠ مل)
Sugar4.6 g (4.7%)مكعب سكر واحد
Acidityغير موجود
الحلاوةOff-dry
Brian Miller (2008)
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