Purgatory a la Française

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Urban Bar Nick & Nora

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How to make:

  1. Select and pre-chill a Nick & Nora glass.
  2. Prepare garnish of lemon zest twist.
  3. STIR all ingredients with ice.
  4. FINE STRAIN into chilled glass.
  5. EXPRESS lemon zest twist over the cocktail and use as garnish.

Allergens:


Recipe contains the following allergens:

Strength & taste guide:


Review:

This Islay smoke-influenced drink makes for a great nightcap.

History:

Adapted from a recipe created circa 2010 by Arthur Combe at Curio Parlour bar in Paris, France.

Nutrition:

One serving of Purgatory a la Française contains 175 calories.

Alcohol content:

  • 1.5 standard drinks
  • 27.07% alc./vol. (54.14° proof)
  • 21.7 grams of pure alcohol
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