Howlin' at the Moon
A barrel-aged genever old-fashioned with white crème de cacao, cane syrup, and cherry bark-vanilla bitters. It is off-dry and strong at about 26% ABV.
Steps
7
In a mixing glass, muddle the lemon twist. Add the remaining ingredients and stir over ice, then strain into a double rocks glass over 1 large ice cube. Garnish with the orange twist.
Total liquid~71 g
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Volumen106 ml
Strength26 % Vol.-%
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)69 ml Wodka (40 %)2.5 Shots (à 30 ml)
Sugar5 g (4.7%)1.5 Zuckerwürfel
Aciditykeine
SüßeOff-dry
Brad Farran (2012)
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Howlin' at the Moon