Brown Derby
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Shake with ice and strain into a chilled coupe
Total liquid~106 g
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Created by: Buzza and Cardozo
Source: Hollywood Cocktails
Year: 1930s
Drink size: ≈ 190 ml
Strength: ≈ 14% ABV
Alcohol: 27 ml (21 g)
Same alcohol as: 66 ml of 40% vodka
Sugar: 18 g (9.5%) [aka 4.5 sugar cubes]
Acidity: 0.39%
Non-Citrus: Sweet
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