19th Century
A bourbon sour with Lillet Rouge, white crème de cacao, and lemon juice. It is tart, off-dry, and moderately strong at about 15% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
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容量194 ml
Strength15% 酒精度
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)71 毫升伏特加（40%）2.5 杯（每杯 30 毫升）
Sugar8.7 g (4.5%)2 顆方糖
Acidity0.74%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Brian Miller (2009)
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