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A stirred aged rum cocktail with sweet vermouth and Angostura and Peychaud's bitters, finished with a splash of Champagne. It is off-dry and fairly strong at about 22% ABV.
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Stir all the ingredients (except the champagne) over ice, then strain into a coupe. Top with the champagne. Garnish with the orange twist.
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Volumen144 ml
Strength22 % Vol.-%
Alcohol31 ml (24 g)78 ml Wodka (40 %)2.5 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar6.7 g (4.7%)1.5 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.20%
SüßeOff-dry
Alex Day (2009)
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