Sforzando
A stirred rye whiskey and mezcal cocktail with Bénédictine, dry vermouth, and mole bitters. It is off-dry and strong at about 28% ABV.
Steps
7
Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the orange twist.
Total liquid~80 g
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الحجم121 ml
Strength28% كحول حجمي
Alcohol34 ml (27 g)86 مل من الفودكا (٤٠٪)3 رشفة (كل منها ٣٠ مل)
Sugar5.2 g (4.3%)1.5 مكعبات سكر
Acidity0.07%
الحلاوةOff-dry
Eryn Reece (2012)
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