Jive Turkey
A stirred bourbon and rye cocktail with Amaro Ciociaro, dry vermouth, elderflower liqueur, and Angostura bitters. It is sweet and fairly strong at about 24% ABV.
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Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
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Volume149 ml
Strength24 % vol.
Alcohol36 ml (28 g)89 ml de vodka (40 %)3 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar7.5 g (5.0%)2 sucres en cube
Acidity0.13%
DouceurSweet
Jessica Gonzalez (2009)
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Jive Turkey