Tea Time at Guillermo's
A tequila and rum old-fashioned with Earl Grey-infused tequila, Drambuie, maple syrup, and orange and whiskey barrel bitters. It is sweet and strong at about 28% ABV.
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Stir all the ingredients over ice, then strain into an old-fashioned glass over 1 large ice cube. No garnish.
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Volume138 ml
Strength28 % vol.
Alcohol39 ml (30 g)96 ml de vodka (40 %)3 shots (de 30 ml)
Sugar9.1 g (6.6%)2.5 sucres en cube
Acidityaucun
DouceurSweet
Jillian Vose (2013)
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Tea Time at Guillermo's