Stick the Landing
A Cognac and Irish whiskey sour with peach liqueur, lemon juice, cane syrup, and Angostura bitters. It is tart, medium-sweet, and moderately strong at about 16% ABV.
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Shake all the ingredients with ice, then strain into a coupe. No garnish.
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Volume188 ml
Strength16 % vol.
Alcohol29 ml (23 g)73 ml de vodka (40 %)2.5 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar14 g (7.6%)3.5 sucres en cube
Acidity0.71%
Sweet vs sourBalanced
Brad Farran (2012)
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