Blood and Sand
A Scotch cocktail with Cherry Heering, sweet vermouth, orange juice, and a little lemon juice. It is sweet and moderately strong at about 14% ABV.
Steps
7
Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. Garnish with the cherry.
Total liquid~81 g
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Volumen142 ml
Strength14 % vol. de alcohol
Alcohol20 ml (15 g)49 ml de vodka (40 %)1.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar9.2 g (6.5%)2.5 terrones de azúcar
Acidity0.31%
DulzorSweet
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