Shruff's End
A stirred Islay Scotch and apple brandy cocktail with Bénédictine and Peychaud's bitters. It is off-dry and strong at about 31% ABV.
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Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
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容量111 ml
Strength31% 酒精度
Alcohol34 ml (27 g)85 毫升伏特加（40%）3 杯（每杯 30 毫升）
Sugar5 g (4.5%)1.5 顆方糖
Acidity無
甜度Off-dry
Phil Ward (2008)
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