East of Greece
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East of Greece
Photographed in a Nude Savage Pony glass
| 1 2⁄3 oz | Metaxa 12 Stars |
| 1⁄3 oz | Orange Curaçao liqueur |
| 1⁄3 oz | Pineapple juice |
| 1⁄6 oz | Monin Pineapple Syrup |
| 1 dash | Angostura Aromatic Bitters |
How to make:
- Select and pre-chill a Nick & Nora glass.
- Prepare garnish of pineapple wedge.
- SHAKE all ingredients with ice.
- STRAIN into ice-filled glass.
- Garnish with pineapple wedge on rim.
Strength & taste guide:
No alcohol
Medium
Boozy
Sweet
Medium
Dry/sour
Review:
Fruity yet serious with brandy notes adding characterful bite to pineapple and zesty orange.
History:
A riff on the East India No. 2
Nutrition:
One serving of East of Greece contains 162 calories
Alcohol content:
- 1.3 standard drinks
- 23.57% alc./vol. (23.57° proof)
- 17.7 grams of pure alcohol
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