Irish Seelbach
An Irish whiskey Champagne cocktail with Cointreau and generous dashes of Peychaud's and Angostura bitters. It is off-dry and strong at about 28% ABV.
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Stir all the ingredients (except the champagne) over ice, then strain into a flute. Top with champagne. Garnish with the orange twist.
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容量75 ml
Strength28% 酒精度
Alcohol21 ml (16 g)52 毫升伏特加（40%）1.5 杯（每杯 30 毫升）
Sugar3.5 g (4.7%)1顆方糖
Acidity無
甜度Off-dry
Alex Day (2009)
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