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Barbary Coast
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Barbary Coast
Photographed in a Speakeasy Coupe 8.5oz
| 1 oz | Blended Scotch whisky |
| 1⁄2 oz | Hayman's London Dry Gin |
| 3⁄4 oz | White crème de cacao liqueur |
| 3⁄4 oz | Single cream/half-and-half |
How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Coupe glass.
- Prepare garnish of grated nutmeg.
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
- Garnish with dusting of nutmeg grated over cocktail.
Allergens:
Recipe contains the following allergens:
- Single cream/half-and-half - Dairy
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
Cream and a touch of rich chocolate smooth scotch whisky and gin without smothering them. This may be a creamy drink but it remains 'serious' and far from being a sweetie.
History:
A Prohibition-era cocktail (1920-1933) of unknown origin, the term Barbary Coast referred to a nine-block area was cantered around Pacific Street (now Pacific Avenue) between Montgomery and Stockton Streets, which during the second half of the 19th and early 20th centuries was a red-light district popular with sailors.
Nutrition:
One serving of Barbary Coast contains 206 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.3 standard drinks
- 19.45% alc./vol. (19.45° proof)
- 17.5 grams of pure alcohol
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