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Pete's Word

An Islay Scotch sour of equal parts Scotch, maraschino liqueur, Green Chartreuse, and lime juice. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 17% ABV.
Laphroaig 10-Year-Old Single Malt ScotchLuxardo Maraschino LiqueurChartreuse verdeLime Juice
Steps
4
21.3g.75 oz
5
Coupe
Vaso
Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
Total liquid~85 g
Volumen172 ml
Strength17 % vol. de alcohol
Alcohol29 ml (23 g)72 ml de vodka (40 %)2.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar12 g (7.2%)3 terrones de azúcar
Acidity0.78%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Phil Ward (2008)

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