Jelly Roll Morton
A Cognac flip with currant-infused rye, ruby port, simple syrup, egg yolk, heavy cream, and Angostura bitters. It is sweet and moderately strong at about 13% ABV.
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Dry shake all the ingredients, then shake again with ice. Double strain into a coupe. No garnish.
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Volume215 ml
Strength13 % vol.
Alcohol28 ml (22 g)71 ml de vodka (40 %)2.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar13 g (5.9%)3 sucres en cube
Acidity0.05%
DouceurSweet
Thomas Waugh (2009)
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Jelly Roll Morton