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A stirred rye whiskey and mezcal cocktail with Bénédictine, dry vermouth, and mole bitters. It is off-dry and strong at about 28% ABV.
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Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the orange twist.
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容量121 ml
Strength28% 酒精度
Alcohol34 ml (27 g)86 毫升伏特加（40%）3 杯（每杯 30 毫升）
Sugar5.2 g (4.3%)1.5 顆方糖
Acidity0.07%
甜度Off-dry
Eryn Reece (2012)
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