Scorpion

Serve in a Collins glass...
1½	fl oz	Bacardi Carta Blanca Superior White Rum (37.5%)
¾	fl oz	Cognac
2	fl oz	Freshly squeezed orange juice
1	fl oz	Freshly squeezed lemon juice
½	fl oz	Giffard Sirop de Orgeat (Almond) Syrup

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How to make:

BLEND all ingredients with 12oz crushed ice and serve with straws

Garnish:

Orange slice & mint sprig

Comment:

Well-balanced, refreshing spirit and orange. Not sweet.

Variant:

With pisco in the place of cognac.

About:

Created by Victor Bergeron and this recipe adapted from his 'Trader Vic's Bartender's Guide' (1972 revised edition).

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