Charleston Cocktail
A stirred drink of equal parts gin, kirsch, dry vermouth, Punt e Mes, curaçao, and maraschino liqueur. It is sweet and fairly strong at about 23% ABV.
Steps
7
Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
Total liquid~85 g
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Volumen126 ml
Strength23 % Vol.-%
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)71 ml Wodka (40 %)2.5 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar11 g (8.9%)3 Zuckerwürfel
Acidity0.14%
SüßeSweet
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