Blood and Sand
A Scotch cocktail with Cherry Heering, sweet vermouth, orange juice, and a little lemon juice. It is sweet and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the cherry.
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Volumen142 ml
Strength14 % Vol.-%
Alcohol20 ml (15 g)49 ml Wodka (40 %)1.5 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar9.2 g (6.5%)2.5 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.31%
SüßeSweet
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